What are the symptoms of cerebral vasospasm?

The main symptoms of cerebral vasospasm include sudden severe headache, dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. Some people may also experience temporary blurred vision, tinnitus, or inattention. If the condition is severe, it may cause hemiplegia, impaired consciousness, or even coma, and medical attention should be sought as soon as possible.

Cerebral vasospasm is caused by the sudden contraction of cerebral blood vessels, which obstructs blood circulation and leads to insufficient blood supply to the brain. Common symptoms vary in severity. Mild patients may only feel tightness in the head or intermittent headaches, which usually occur after migraines or mood swings. In moderate spasms, blood flow is further reduced, which may cause persistent headaches and dizziness, accompanied by nausea, vomiting, fatigue and decreased concentration. Some patients may also feel numbness in the hands and feet or slow reaction. In severe cases, it may affect local brain function, manifested as unilateral limb weakness, language disorders, and even critical conditions such as confusion or coma. The causes include long-term unstable blood pressure, vascular wall lesions, smoking, alcoholism, endocrine disorders and excessive mental stress. It may also be induced by trauma, aneurysms or subarachnoid hemorrhage.

Cerebral vasospasm is caused by the sudden contraction of cerebral blood vessels, which obstructs blood circulation and leads to insufficient blood supply to the brain. Common symptoms vary in severity. Mild patients may only feel tightness in the head or intermittent headaches, which usually occur after migraines or mood swings. In moderate spasms, blood flow is further reduced, which may cause persistent headaches and dizziness, accompanied by nausea, vomiting, fatigue and decreased concentration. Some patients may also feel numbness in the hands and feet or slow reaction. In severe cases, it may affect local brain function, manifested as unilateral limb weakness, language disorders, and even critical conditions such as confusion or coma. The causes include long-term unstable blood pressure, vascular wall lesions, smoking, alcoholism, endocrine disorders and excessive mental stress. It may also be induced by trauma, aneurysms or subarachnoid hemorrhage.

Daily prevention and management of cerebral vasospasm is very important. Quitting smoking and limiting alcohol, scientifically controlling blood pressure, and avoiding drastic emotional fluctuations are the basis for protecting cerebral blood vessels; in terms of diet, consuming more foods rich in magnesium and omega-3 fatty acids such as nuts and deep-sea fish, and reducing high-salt and high-fat diets can help maintain vascular elasticity; moderate exercise such as Tai Chi and yoga can help promote brain circulation and relieve the risk of spasms. If symptoms have already appeared, you should stop strenuous activities immediately, stay in bed quietly for observation, and go to the hospital for imaging examinations in time to confirm the diagnosis. Common treatments include drug therapy (such as calcium antagonists, antispasmodics and sedatives), correction of water and electrolyte disorders, etc. Severe cases may require vasodilation surgery. Regular physical examinations are required to monitor vascular health and detect problems in a timely manner.