Brain Damage - Causes & Symptoms Of It!

There are two types of brain damage, both of which interfere with the standard functioning of the brain.

They are:Acquired brain injury (ABI): Either resulting from a tumor or a neurological illness, for instance a stroke, this type of brain injury originates from the cellular level and is commonly linked with brain pressure.
Traumatic brain injury (TBI): It results from any damage imparted to the skull usually from an external and physical force like a blow to the head or a head accident, which in turn damages the brain.

How severe the brain damage is depends largely on the type of brain injury. Mild brain injuries are temporary, causing headaches, memory lapses, nausea and confusion. On the other hand, severe brain injuries cause cognitive, physical and behavioral impairments which are often life-changing and permanent.

Causes:

Acquired brain injuries may be caused by:

Poisoning

• Being exposed to toxic substances
• Choking, strangulation or drowning
• Heart attacks
• Infections
• Stroke

1. Tumors

• Neurological illnesses
• Aneurysms
• Illegal drug abuse

Traumatic brain injuries are usually caused by:

• Car accidents
• Sports injuries
• Physical violence
• Head blows
• Falls and other mishaps

Symptoms:

Whether acquired or traumatic, symptoms of brain damage can be classified under four major groups:

1. Cognitive symptoms generally includeHaving a hard time processing information or expressing thoughts
Difficulty in understanding others or abstract concepts
Indecisiveness
Memory loss
Short attention spans

2. Physical symptoms generally includeExcessive physical fatigue
Extreme mental fatigue
Persistent and frequent migraines or headaches
Paralysis
Seizures
Tremors
Sleep disorders
Light sensitivity
Loss of consciousness
Slurred speech

3. Perceptual symptoms generally includeSpatial disorientation
Smell and taste disorders
Heightened pain sensitivity
Changes in hearing, seeing, or touch sensations
Unable to perceive time
Balance problems

4. Emotional or behavioral symptoms generally includeDecreased stress tolerance
Heightened or flattened reactions or emotions
Aggressiveness
Sluggishness
Impatience and irritability
Self-denial

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