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The critical hours immediately after a brain injury are crucial with respect to the initial treatment window. This is especially true in association with the treatment of strokes and medication that add recover.
For example the successful treatment of a stroke is directly proportional to the timeframe new treatments and specific medications are utilized.
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What disabilities are associated with different areas of brain injury?
There are many different types of brain injury, depending upon the severity of the force upon the head, as well as which portion of the brain is affected. To simplify, brain injuries can be classified as traumatic or acquired, with additional types under each heading. All brain injuries are described as either mild, moderate, or severe. Traumatic Brain Injury Traumatic brain injury is a result of an external force to the brain that results in a change to cognitive, physical, or emotional functioning. The impairments can be temporary or permanent. Types of traumatic brain injury include: * Diffuse axonal injury. Shaking or strong rotation of the head causes brain structures to tear. Nerve tissue is disturbed throughout the brain. * Concussion. Caused by a physical force to the head that causes blood vessels to stretch and cranial nerves to be damaged. * Contusion. A result of a direct impact to the head, which causes bleeding on the brain. * Coup-contrecoup injury. The force to the brain is large enough to cause contusion at the side of impact, as well as the site opposite impact. * Penetration injury. The impact causes a foreign object to penetrate the skull. Acquired Brain Injury An acquired brain injury is an injury to the brain that is not hereditary, congenital, degenerative, or the result of birth trauma. Acquired brain injury generally affects cells throughout the entire brain. Types of acquired brain injury include: • Axnoxic brain injury. This occurs when the brain doesn't receive oxygen.• Hypoxic brain injury. This occurs when the brain receives some, but not enough, oxygen. Levels of Brain Injury The Glascow Coma Scale is used to describe the level of initial injury relative to the neurological severity caused to the brain. Mild traumatic brain injury occurs when loss of consciousness does not occur or occurs very briefly, and testing or scans of the brain seem normal. Moderate traumatic brain injury occurs when loss of consciousness lasts a few minutes to a few hours, confusion lasts for days or weeks, and physical, cognitive, and behavioral impairments are evident. Severe brain injury occurs when unconsciousness or coma lasts days, weeks, or months, and is characterized by permanent physical, cognitive, or emotional impairments.
Impact of traumatic disruption to cranial nerves?
This would result in a Traumatic Brain Injury, or TBI. There are many different types of brain injury, depending upon the severity of the force upon the head, as well as which portion of the brain is affected. To simplify, brain injuries can be classified as traumatic or acquired, with additional types under each heading. All brain injuries are described as either mild, moderate, or severe. Traumatic Brain Injury Traumatic brain injury is a result of an external force to the brain that results in a change to cognitive, physical, or emotional functioning. The impairments can be temporary or permanent. Types of traumatic brain injury include: * Diffuse axonal injury. Shaking or strong rotation of the head causes brain structures to tear. Nerve tissue is disturbed throughout the brain. * Concussion. Caused by a physical force to the head that causes blood vessels to stretch and cranial nerves to be damaged. * Contusion. A result of a direct impact to the head, which causes bleeding on the brain. * Coup-contrecoup injury. The force to the brain is large enough to cause contusion at the side of impact, as well as the site opposite impact. * Penetration injury. The impact causes a foreign object to penetrate the skull. Acquired Brain Injury An acquired brain injury is an injury to the brain that is not hereditary, congenital, degenerative, or the result of birth trauma. Acquired brain injury generally affects cells throughout the entire brain. Types of acquired brain injury include: • Axnoxic brain injury. This occurs when the brain doesn't receive oxygen.• Hypoxic brain injury. This occurs when the brain receives some, but not enough, oxygen. Levels of Brain Injury The Glascow Coma Scale is used to describe the level of initial injury relative to the neurological severity caused to the brain. Mild traumatic brain injury occurs when loss of consciousness does not occur or occurs very briefly, and testing or scans of the brain seem normal. Moderate traumatic brain injury occurs when loss of consciousness lasts a few minutes to a few hours, confusion lasts for days or weeks, and physical, cognitive, and behavioral impairments are evident. Severe brain injury occurs when unconsciousness or coma lasts days, weeks, or months, and is characterized by permanent physical, cognitive, or emotional impairments.
Is it possible for a human being to sleep for 48 hours?
If your a normal person no, unless if your comatose like you were post surgery or you have a serious brain injury.
What is the first post traumatic recovery period from a head injury?
The first post-traumatic recovery period from a head injury, often referred to as the acute phase, typically occurs within the first 24 to 72 hours following the injury. During this time, symptoms such as confusion, headache, dizziness, and nausea may be prevalent. Medical evaluation is crucial to assess the severity of the injury and to monitor for potential complications, such as bleeding or swelling in the brain. Initial recovery can vary significantly based on the nature and severity of the injury, and appropriate medical care is essential for optimal recovery.
How much time it takes to completely recover from benign brain tumor?
This would depend on the location and size of the tumor. For information on the most important things to look for in Brain Injury rehabilitation hospitals or for other brain injury related questions see http://www.brainandspinalcord.org/brain-injury-treatment-centers/index.html
Can you have hidden injuries after a car accident?
Yes. Many of the injuries of car accidents may not manifest themselves at the time of the injury, but a few hours to days later. This includes, brain injury, whiplash injury, etc. It is always important to document the integrity of your body after a car accident by a complete medical evaluation at the nearest ER, even though you dont feel anything is wrong.
How long after head trauma can a subdural hematoma develop?
A subdural hematoma can develop within hours to weeks after a head trauma, but it commonly occurs within the first 24 to 48 hours after the injury. It is important to monitor for symptoms of a subdural hematoma like headaches, confusion, and neurological deficits in the days following a head injury.
Where does red neurons occur in brain injury?
It can occur anywhere in the brain. Where ever there is ischemic injury, necrosis and inflammation occur which cause death of neurons = "red neurons". It is usually seen within 12-48 hours after an ischemic event ie. thrombosis or embolism.
What is the definition of mild moderate and severe brain injury?
Mild brain injury, often referred to as a concussion, typically involves a temporary disruption of brain function, with symptoms such as confusion or brief loss of consciousness lasting less than 30 minutes. Moderate brain injury may involve a longer loss of consciousness (up to 24 hours) and more pronounced cognitive impairments, often leading to lasting changes in behavior or functioning. Severe brain injury results in extended unconsciousness or coma, significant physical and cognitive disabilities, and may require extensive rehabilitation. The classification is primarily based on the severity of symptoms and the duration of unconsciousness.
What percentage of brain had Einstein used?
According to sources Einstein's brain was removed within seven hours of his death and within next 24 hours this was declared that he used 14% oh his brain and he is first on earth to do so. This has since been found to be a complete fallacy.
Should ice or heat be applied to thigh bruises?
It is the same for any injury. Ice is for the first 24-72 hours. Then moist heat if needed after 72 hours.
If you crashed your 4WD into a tree without seat belts on and drove away should you be worried about your mental well-being?
If you crashed your 4WD into a tree without seat belts on and drove away, yes, you should be worried about your mental well being. The above example is a scenario in which Tramatic Brain Injury is caused. Damage to the brain resulting from external mechanical force, such as rapid acceleration or deceleration, or impact can cause "shearing" of the brain tissue. The initial injury can present as a mild concussion to a more disabling traumatic brain injury. This injury may not present until hours or days after the incident, so being "worried" or seeking medical help is appropriate. TBI is usually the name given to the brain injury which is sustained *not* from penetration of the skull or brain, but from the rapid acceleration, deceleration or impact, such as in Shaken Baby Syndrome, another cause of TBI, which can be fatal. August 9, 2009 related link: http://www.wikipedia.org/wiki/traumatic_brain_injury
