Pronounced: sub-dur-al hee-ma-toe-ma A hematoma is a collection
of blood. A subdural hematoma develops in the space between the
brain and the skull. This pool of blood can put pressure on the
brain and cause a range of symptoms. This can be serious and
life-threatening injury. You will need to seek medical care. A
subdural hematoma is most often caused by a head injury. The
injury may be caused by traumas such as falls, car accidents, or
physical abuse. Factors that increase your risk of a subdural
hematoma include: If you have any of these risk factors, tell
your doctor. The blood may pool quickly or take some time to
build up. This will affect how fast the symptoms develop. The
subdural hematoma may be: After a head injury, a subdural
hematoma may cause the following symptoms: Seek medical care
immediately if you have any of these symptoms after a head
injury. Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical
history. A physical exam will be done. You may also be referred
to a specialist for additional t