A cerebellum stroke can occur when there has been a disruption of blood flow and nutrients to the brain. This can lead to significant damage to brain function or can even cause death in some cases. Brain cells cannot survive if blood vessels stop bringing them the oxygen and nutrients they need to function. Recovery from a stroke varies from person to person.
One type of stroke is a hemorrhagic stroke. This occurs when blood vessels hemorrhage and bleed. Some common causes of this type of stroke are a brain injury or an aneurysm. Hemorrhagic strokes account for approximately 20% of all strokes. When bleeding occurs in the brain, damage can happen quickly. Swelling occurs because brain tissue is irritated by blood. Most often, hemorrhagic strokes are associated with high blood pressure.
The type of stroke that occurs most often (approximately 80%) is an ischemic stroke. This occurs when a small blood clot gets lodged in a blood vessel causing a blockage. This cuts off the supply of nutrients to the brain cells past that blockage. If not treated quickly, many brain studies have shown that the cells begin to starve and die, leading to reduced brain function. New treatments have been developed to treat strokes, but it must be caught early. Maintaining a healthy diet low in saturated fats and not smoking can decrease your risk of this type of stroke.
Another type of cerebellum stroke is known as a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). This is also known as a “mini stroke.” This is diagnosed when there is a temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain, but it resolves within 24 hours. Symptoms are similar to a stroke. There can be numbness, problems swallowing or speaking, balance problems or light headaches.
Any type of blood loss to the brain will cause a disruption to brain function. Memory loss and memory recall problems become realities for a person experiencing the effects of a stroke. Early treatment is important for minimizing damage to the brain.
