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What is a cause for brain damage in a newborn is repeated and prolonged lack of oxygen which is called?
anoxia
How does lack of oxygen to the brain cause seizures?
When the brain is deprived of oxygen, it cannot function properly, leading to an imbalance in the electrical activity of the brain. This can trigger abnormal neuronal firing, resulting in seizures. Seizures are a sign of brain dysfunction and can occur as a response to the stress caused by lack of oxygen.
Why do brain cells die when your lungs stop working?
Every cell of our body must need supply of oxygen to maintain its activities. Brain cells are most senstive cells of body.If these cells does not supply with oxygen,ultimately these would die
What is CP Asphyxia?
Asphyxia-- Lack of oxygen. In the case of cerebral palsy, lack of oxygen to the brain.
What if morphine tablets are taken over dose?
If anything is taken in overdose, the first thing to do is call an ambulance/take the patient to the nearest A&E. Overdoses of opiates (which includes morphine) can cause respiratory arrest - this is where the connection between your brain and your lungs fails to tell your lungs to breath. The worst case is you can die of lack of oxygen (I'm not sure whether this would technically be called "suffocation" or "asphyxiation"). There is also a possibility of surviving with some brain damage caused by lack of oxygen.
What causes blackouts?
Lack of oxygen to the brain.
How does lack of oxygen effect the brain?
It dies.
What are the symptoms of brain damage to due lack of oxygen to the brain?
Death.
What causes the brain to stop functioning?
One cause would be lack of oxygen due to suffocation or lack of blood flow carrying the oxygen to the brain.
How much damage can a lack of oxygen cause?
A lack of oxygen can cause damage to the brain within minutes, leading to tissue death and potential long-term disability or death. Other organs like the heart, lungs, and kidneys can also be severely impacted by oxygen deprivation, depending on the duration and severity of the event.
What happens if your brain loses some oxygen?
If your brain loses some oxygen, it can lead to symptoms like dizziness, confusion, and in severe cases, unconsciousness. Prolonged lack of oxygen can cause permanent brain damage or even be fatal. It is important to seek medical attention if you suspect a lack of oxygen to the brain.
Lack of oxygen to the brain?
in pre-natal lack of oxygen causes cerebral palsy and in adults a slow lack of oxygen in brian leading to a decrease in intelligence is called a hypoxic dementia fast lack of oxygen to brain leading to an infraction being a stroke ..... by dreambb
