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What Causes Dizziness Post An Accident?

Hi Doctor My grandfather aged 85 years had a accident few months back. Since from past 2 days he is experiencing dizziness and is not able to stand up. A CT scan has revealed that he has subdural hematoma. Doctors has said that it will require surgery but it will be performed after 5-6 days since my grandpa has been consuming disprin tablets from some time now. What is your recommendation?
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Im sorry your grandfather is experiencing such symptoms. Its unfortunate he has to wait for surgery but it is also a good thing this subdural was discovered in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend evacuation of the hematoma as soon as is possible, and your neurosurgeons recommendations are appropriate. If he experiences vision changes, worsening headaches, behavior changes, breathing difficulty, or nausea, please go to the ED more emergently as these are signs of elevated intracranial pressure and need to be dealt with emergently. Good luck to you and your grandfather, wishing you the best and a successfully surgery.
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What Causes Dizziness Post An Accident?

Im sorry your grandfather is experiencing such symptoms. Its unfortunate he has to wait for surgery but it is also a good thing this subdural was discovered in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend evacuation of the hematoma as soon as is possible, and your neurosurgeons recommendations are appropriate. If he experiences vision changes, worsening headaches, behavior changes, breathing difficulty, or nausea, please go to the ED more emergently as these are signs of elevated intracranial pressure and need to be dealt with emergently. Good luck to you and your grandfather, wishing you the best and a successfully surgery.