Subarachnoid hemorrhage
Also called: SAH
Bleeding in the space between the brain and the tissue covering the brain.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging always required
- Critical: needs emergency care
Subarachnoid hemorrhage, a medical emergency, is usually from a bulging blood vessel that bursts in the brain (aneurysm). It may lead to permanent brain damage or death if not treated promptly.
Rare: Fewer than 200,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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