Question 1

i feel like my brain is swelling in this heat?

Accepted Answer

It isn't really: The brain is highly protected from temperature extremes. But stay outside in high heat without drinking fluids for a long time, let your core temperature reach 104-105°f (this is called heat stroke), and your brain will swell. But you'll probably be comatose or nearly so, so you won't really notice. Some mammals have evolved more heat-tolerant nervous systems, e.g. The eland and the oryx.

Question 2

what's the medical name for the symptoms of swelling the brain and not beign able to see?

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BIH: Originally the name was pseudotumor cerebri. The name was changed several years ago to more accurately reflect what is going on. It is now called benign intracranial hypertension (BIH).  It causes headaches and vision loss. It's more common in women, especially who are overweight. Diagnosis is made by spinal tap. Best treatment is weight loss, but diuretics are used and rarely surgery is necessary

Question 3

i was wondering what are signs of brain swelling?

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Depress CNS function: In general swelling of the brain leads to depression of central nervous system function. This leads to drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, and headaches. With more severe swelling there can become focal neurologic symptoms depending on the type of herniation that occurs. I hope this helps.

Question 4

how to tell if i have brain swelling?

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See a neurologist: Brain swelling can manifest in different ways depending on the location and severity. You should first see a neurologist who can perform a detailed exam to detect for any neurological deficits that you might have. If your neurological exam is unremarkable and you don't have any preceding history that would suggest brain swelling, then there is no need for any further work-up to be performed.

Question 5

is swelling of the brain part of a stroke?

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Often: Brain swelling occurs as a result of the rapidity, the cause, and the size of the stroke. A stroke of equal size but faster onset, than the slower one. The larger the stroke, the more likely is the swelling. Hemorrhagic stroke is more likely to provoke swelling than an equal-sized thrombotic stroke.

Question 6

would you know if your brain was bleeding or swelling?

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Yes: Yes, brain swelling or bleeding can produce serious symptoms, such as severe headache, loss of consciousness, visual deficits, speech disturbance, arm/leg weakness or loss of sensation. Exact symptoms depend on location and severity of the bleeding/swelling.

Question 7

does brain swelling usually have more then one symptom ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You can have nausea, vomiting, headache, visual problems, stiff or painful neck.

Question 8

does minor swelling of the brain make you have a headache?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Along with headache, you would expect confusion and other behavioral abnormalities.  Any amount of brain swelling is serious and should be evaluated by a competent doctor immediately.

Question 9

what are the symptoms of swelling of the brain from trauma?

Accepted Answer

Often similar: Focal damage from trauma can have identical symptoms from focal swelling. Diffuse swelling can mimic certain types of brain trauma, especially "diffuse axonal injury". The best way to make the distinction is with mri.

Question 10

what is the expected recovery time after bleeding and swelling of the brain?

Accepted Answer

Depends how bad: The time and degree of recovery depend on the size and location of the hemorrhage. Bleeding and swelling go together.  The swelling follows the bleeding by a few days and takes several weeks to resolve.  For patients who are in good condition after a hemorrhage, it can take 12-18 months to make a maximum recovery.  They may or may not be normal again.

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