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A hematoma is caused by a break in the wall of a blood vessel. The break may be spontaneous, as in the case of an aneurysm, or caused by trauma. In the case of a minor or major blow to the effected part of the brain may lead to sudden death, other located hematoma's that receive minor or major blows may cause some severe complications in the area of which it is in. The word "hematoma" came into usage around 1850. It was devised from Greek roots -- hemat-, referring to the blood + -oma, from soma meaning body = a bloody body, or a collection of blood. The many different kinds of hematomas are defined by location and include: * epidural hematoma, * extradural hematoma, * intracerebral hematoma, * intracranial hematoma, * nasal septum hematoma, * subcutaneous hematoma, * subdural hematoma. Common Misspellings: haematoma
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Does ear hematoma spread from cat to cat?
No, but the cause of a hematoma can spread from cat to cat depending on what that cause is.
Can dehydration cause subdural hematoma?
no
Can cutting toenails cause subungal hematoma?
Generally not. A subungal hematoma is a bruise. It is usually caused by hitting the toe.
What cause hematoma when drawing blood?
when you hit the blood vein
What could a rapidly enlarging hematoma cause in the neck area?
However, in procedures that involve the neck it is of particular concern because a rapidly enlarging hematoma can obstruct the airway.
Would having a hematoma at birth cause adhd?
Has anyone studied this? I have the same question... Also wondering if a hematoma at birth can lead to short term memory/processing issues later in life.
Vaginal hematoma and you didnt fall What it is?
Any trauma can lead to a hematoma. Vaginal hematoma can be caused by intercourse.
What causes spinal epidural hematoma?
Trauma is a common cause of spinal epidural hematoma. Non-trauma causes include anticoagulant therapy, hemophilia, liver disease, aspirin use, systemic lupus erythematosus.
What if you have a hematoma on your eyebrow from hitting your head?
hematoma above eyebrow
Can a hematoma become an abscess?
Yes, a hematoma can become an abscess. There are several types of hematoma, and a few possibilities as to what kind of abscess can develop. The type of hematoma and the circumstances that drive it to abscess will determine what kind of abscess.
What is the difference between a periorbital hematoma and a bilateral periorbital hematoma?
periorbital hematoma is 1 black eye, bilateral is 2 black eyes
What is the difference between a stroke and a subdural hematoma?
Hematoma is a bruise, stroke is burst vessel in the brain.
