hemorrhagic stroke

a stroke resulting from rupture of a cerebral vessel, causing intracranial bleeding. Intracerebral hemorrhage accounts for approximately 10% of strokes and tends to occur deep in the basal ganglia, internal capsule, and brainstem.

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Psychology term of the day

November 22nd 2024

erotolalia

n. speech that contains sexual obscenities, particularly as used to enhance gratification during sexual intercourse.