⚡Mnemonic⚡: Risk Factors For Hemorrhagic Stroke

Mnemonic :  BRAIN BLEEDERS

B – Blood Thinners: Medications like Warfarin or Aspirin can increase the risk of hemorrhagic stroke.

R – Ruptured Aneurysm: An aneurysm can burst, leading to bleeding in the brain.

A – Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM): An abnormal tangle of blood vessels can predispose to bleeding.

I – Injury: Trauma or head injury can cause bleeding in the brain.

N – Nicotine: Smoking can damage blood vessels and elevate the risk of hemorrhagic stroke.

B – Blood Pressure: High blood pressure is a significant risk factor for hemorrhage.

L – Liver Disease: Conditions like cirrhosis can lead to impaired blood clotting.

E – Excessive Alcohol: Heavy alcohol use can increase the risk of bleeding in the brain.

E – Elderly: As we age, the risk of hemorrhagic stroke tends to increase.

D – Defects in Clotting: Coagulation disorders can make bleeding more likely.

E – Environmental Toxins: Exposure to certain toxins can contribute to brain bleeding.

R – Recreational Drugs: The use of illicit drugs can elevate the risk of hemorrhagic stroke.

S – Severe Hypertension: Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to a brain bleed.