Signs & Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore
🔍 What is a Brain Aneurysm?
A brain aneurysm is a weak or bulging spot in a blood vessel in the brain, often described as a small balloon. It may not cause symptoms, but if it ruptures, it can lead to life-threatening bleeding called Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
⚠️ Warning Signs
🧨 Before Rupture (if symptoms appear)
- Unusual or persistent headache
- Pain behind or above the eye
- Blurred or double vision
- Numbness or weakness on one side of the face
- Difficulty concentrating
🚨 Rupture Symptoms (Medical Emergency!)
- Sudden, severe headache (“worst headache of your life”)
- Nausea and vomiting
- Stiff neck
- Sensitivity to light
- Loss of consciousness or seizures
- Confusion or trouble speaking
🧬 Causes & Risk Factors
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