Can brainstem hemorrhage be absorbed?
Disease description:
Recently, I experienced a sudden headache, severe vomiting, and paralysis of the right limbs, accompanied by an inability to speak. After examination, it was determined to be cerebral hemorrhage. May I ask, can bleeding in the brainstem be absorbed?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
If the amount of bleeding in the brainstem is small and the patient receives hemostatic medications or other treatments promptly, such as endoscopic hematoma evacuation or ventricular drainage, the bleeding may be absorbed within a relatively short period, typically between two to four weeks.
If the bleeding volume is large or the patient does not receive timely treatment, the absorption of the bleed may be slower or even unlikely to occur spontaneously, necessitating treatment such as surgery.
In severe cases, especially when the bleeding is extensive or located in critical areas, the blood may not be completely absorbed and could cause permanent damage to the brainstem, affecting its normal function and potentially endangering life. Treatment may involve surgical removal of the hematoma to relieve pressure.
Therefore, whether brainstem bleeding can be absorbed and the speed of absorption depend on multiple factors, including the volume of bleeding, the timing of treatment, and the treatment methods used.
