Question 1

should i be worried about my subdural heamatoma returning?

Accepted Answer

Subdural hematoma: Need more information. How did you get subdural hematoma ? By fall, trauma, car accident or blunt skull injury? How large was this? Was evacuation done? Was it slow and small bleed subdural hematoma and resolved it self? In all cases you have to see your neurosurgeon periodically with possible  ct scan at intervals and discuss the recurrence rate in your specific case. Thanks.

Question 2

what kind of vison changes would a chronic subderal hematomo cause?

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Variable: Depending upon location and size, could cause a whole range of symptoms, from visual blurring, to double vision, and loss of portions or most of vision.  If you have concern of bleeding over your brain, consult with your primary care physician ASAP.

Question 3

can a fall from the couch cause subdural hemotoma?

Accepted Answer

Possible : Trauma to the head form a fall can cause an hematoma.

Question 4

i have freckles. i frequently work in grassy areas.  i noticed 10 brown subdermal spots. 1 scraped off! (not freckles) what do you think?

Accepted Answer

Dermatologist: Without an uploaded photo or direct observtion, you cannot be diagnosed. Please get examined by a board certified deermatologist.

Question 5

what is a subdermal hematoma?

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Hematoma: A subdermal hematoma is a hematoma under the skin, 
a  subdural hematoma is a hemorrhage under the dura mater covering of the brain.
Both are usually associated with trauma.

Question 6

could you explain what is a spinal subdural abscess?

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Infection: The spinal cord is covered by a tough layer, the dura, which also extends to the brain. A subdural abscess is an infection which causes an abscess (or infection collection of fluid) beneath this layer. It can compress the cord or allow infection to enter the brain.

Question 7

how hard do you have to hit your head to get a subdural heamatoma?

Accepted Answer

Hematoma: There is no number on this. People get it with with mild or with moderate or severe  trauma. Some people get it without trauma.

Question 8

do you know are burr holes still being used for subdural hematomas?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Symptomatic chronic  (&gt;30 days) subdural hematomas are often evacuated with two burr holes.  Acute (.

Question 9

can you tell me classic causes of extradural, subdural, and subarachnoid haemorrhages?

Accepted Answer

Most commonly: Epidural and subdural often due to trauma, and less commonly blood clotting or coagulation issues.  Subarachnoid bleed usually due to a congenital berry aneurysm, and less commonly arteriovenous malformation rupture.  Many other less common causes for all the above.

Question 10

what is left hydronephrosis with upj subrenal obstruction? what are the treatment options?

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Here are some ...: Visual obstruction at ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) on imaging studies which is at times seen incidentally, should be correlated with clinical pictures - kidney bloating-related (hydronepohrosis), and dynamic functional study usually with nuclear renal scan before undergoing surgical repair if such kidney is worthwhile to save. More? Ask treating Doc specifically and timely.

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Can a fall from the couch cause subdural hemotoma?

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I have freckles. i frequently work in grassy areas. i noticed 10 brown subdermal spots. 1 scraped off! (not freckles) what do you think?

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What is a subdermal hematoma?

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Could you explain what is a spinal subdural abscess?

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How hard do you have to hit your head to get a subdural heamatoma?

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Do you know are burr holes still being used for subdural hematomas?

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