A brain injury refers to any type of abnormal tissue found in the brain, particularly the area of the brain known as the brain. The brain makes up the largest portion of the brain and is responsible for allowing voluntary movements within the human body. The ability to make plans, for example, is made possible by this area of the brain, and levels of intelligence and personality are also determined here. Abnormal tissue, or lesions, in this area of the brain can have profound impacts on these functions.
Injuries occur when affected tissue has been damaged. This damage can occur due to some type of injury, but the development of injuries can also occur during the natural progression of the disease, as in the case of conditions such as multiple sclerosis. Immune system disorders and exposure to certain chemicals have also been reported to cause injury to the body.
Neck pain and headaches are common when there is a brain injury. Some other possible symptoms include the development of seizures, memory loss, or personality changes. Nausea and fever have also been reported in some cases. Since some of the symptoms of a brain injury can mimic other conditions, any of these concerns should be reported immediately to a medical professional.
An abscess is a type of brain injury. This type of injury tends to develop after some type of infection. Sinus or dental infections are particularly prone to causing this type of injury. Without immediate medical attention, an abscess can quickly be life-threatening.
In diseases that cause dementia, such as Alzheimer's, a brain injury can be devastating to both the patient and the family. With this type of organic disorder, nerve cells in the brain actually die. When this happens, important areas of the brain are left with severely damaged tissue. This can lead to a host of mood and personality swings, leaving the patient and their loved ones feeling helpless and confused.
An AVM, also known as an arteriovenous malformation, is another type of brain injury. This type of abnormality occurs in the early developmental stages of life. When the veins and arteries of the brain begin to form, they become entangled and connect to each other. This makes the vessels very weak and prone to breakage. The blood supply to the brain may not be sufficient when there is an AVM due to weak blood vessels, leading to poor brain function.