Cerebellar hemorrhage (posterior brain bleeding)
About Cerebellar hemorrhage (posterior brain bleeding)
Bleeding into the lower portion of the brain, the cerebellum. The cerebellum is located at the base of the skull and controls coordination, balance, and equilibrium. Bleeding into this area causes dizziness, loss of coordination, vomiting. The bleeding can result from a stroke, high blood pressure, brain tumor, arterial aneurysm, or cocaine.Symptoms
Headache, vomiting, incoordination, dizziness, double vision, vertigo, slurred speech, swallowing.Tests & Diagnostics
A history and physical exam will be performed. Additional tests include: CT scan, MRI and/or angiography to identify the bleeding. Blood tests will be done to test the clotting ability of the blood.Common tests: Complete blood count (CBC), Comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP), CT Scan, MRI.
Conventional treatment summary
Treatment includes: control of blood pressure, mannitol to reduce increased pressure around the brain, and antiseizure medications to prevent seizures. Surgical evacuation of the blood may be recommended.Medical specialties
Neurosurgery · Pediatric Neurosurgery
This page is educational content, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified clinician for diagnosis and treatment of Cerebellar hemorrhage (posterior brain bleeding).