Head clot symptoms - #11943
I am really starting to freak out over these weird Head clot symptoms. It all began about 2 weeks ago. One night, I was watching TV, and suddenly I felt this intense pressure in my head. It was like someone was squeezing it! At first, I didn't think much of it, just figured I was tired or something. But then, I started noticing other Head clot symptoms, like this strange tingling in my fingers and occasional dizziness. I tried to brush it off but when I woke up the next morning with a weird headache that didn’t go away, I couldn’t shake the feeling that something was off. I've been doing all this googling about Head clot symptoms, and I see all these things like blurred vision and confusion, which I haven’t felt… except, I do feel a bit forgetful, like I misplace my keys more than usual. I went to the doctor, and he said it could be stress, but like, really? Shouldn't he have mention those Head clot symptoms I read about? Also, I know I probably shouldn’t panic, but what if this turns serious? I mean, are Head clot symptoms something I need to get checked out again? How do I know if it’s more than just my nerves? Anyone else dealt with this before?
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Doctors’ responses
Pressure in the head, tingling in fingers, dizziness, persistent headaches, and memory lapses can be concerning. While they may be caused by stress, they’re not symptoms to ignore, especially when persistent or worsening. Head clots, or cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST), is a rare form of stroke with variable symptoms like headache, vision problems, nausea, weakness, or neurological deficits such as confusion. If your headaches are persistent, unusually severe, or accompanied by new neurological symptoms like blurred vision, trouble speaking, or sudden weakness in limbs, getting reassessed or obtaining a second opinion would be prudent. Modern medicine emphasizes ruling out or addressing severe causes quickly. Panic isn’t helpful, but proactive health measures are. Follow up with a neurologist or a healthcare professional who can evaluate your history thoughtfully, incorporating necessary imaging like a CT or MRI to assess brain vasculature if indicated. Meanwhile, manage stress as best as possible with techniques like mindfulness, balanced diet, and regular sleep but don’t let these replace medical advice. Avoid caffeine or alcohol if they’re triggers. Should any new worrisome symptoms arise like sudden intense headache (often described as ‘thunderclap headache’), difficulty with speech, vision, or coordination, seek urgent medical evaluation. Consider asking your doctor to explain their reasoning to ensure that you’re comfortable with the diagnostic process they’re following.
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