Chronic subdural hematoma is a slow buildup of clotted blood beneath the coverings of the brain. This clotted blood presses against your brain. When we say you have a "chronic" subdural hematoma, it means the blood has been there for several weeks and is liquid in consistency. It is usually seen in the elderly following a trivial bump on their head few weeks or months ago. A completely treatable condition irrespective of the age, burr hole evacuation provides excellent results.
Symptoms
Headache
Weakness of one side of the body
Seizures
Treatment
Medical management
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