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Cerebral aneurysm history and symptoms
Introduction
Overview
Overview
History and Symptoms helps to make diagnosis for cerebral aneurysm
History and Symptoms
History and Symptoms
- A person may have an aneurysm without having any symptoms.
- Symptoms depend on the location of the aneurysm, whether it breaks open, and what part of the brain it is pushing on, but may include:
- Symptoms of an aneurysm rupture may include:
- Confusion, lethargy, sleepiness, or stupor
- Eyelid drooping
- Headaches with nausea or vomiting
- Muscle weakness or difficulty moving any part of the body
- Numbness or decreased sensation in any part of the body
- Seizures
- Speech impairment
- Stiff neck (occasionally)
- Vision changes (double vision, loss of vision)
References
References
1. Jersey AM, Foster DM. Cerebral Aneurysm. [Updated 2022 Apr 9]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2022 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK507902/
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