8. Sudden Severe Headache – A Knock on the Door by Small Vessel Disease
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Headaches are common and usually not a cause for concern. However, in the context of SVD, it’s crucial to understand that sudden, severe headaches could be a warning sign. This symptom is associated with bleeding in the brain due to a burst small vessel, also known as a hemorrhagic stroke.
A headache resulting from SVD isn’t an ordinary one. It’s often described as the “worst headache of life” and develops suddenly, reaching peak intensity within seconds to minutes.
Accompanying symptoms might include nausea, vomiting, loss of consciousness, and sometimes seizures. In some cases, the person might also have neurological symptoms like weakness on one side of the body or changes in vision or speech. (8)
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