2023-09-07 14:11:40
Title: Brain Surgeon Highlights the Dangerous Consequences of Alcoholism in Car Accident Victim
Subtitle: Hard-to-stop bleeding after surgery sends a strong lesson to heavy drinkers from Dr. Pracha Kanyaprasit.
Publication date: September 7, 2023 at 6:53 p.m.
In a shocking case, a 54-year-old man with a history of alcoholism was involved in a car accident that left him with a severe head injury. The incident led to a month-long wound that continued to bleed under the scalp, causing it to swell and bulge like horns protruding from the back of his head. Dr. Pracha Kanyaprasit, a neurosurgeon and stroke surgery specialist at Chiang Mai Hospital, has posted a warning on Facebook, emphasizing the dangers of alcoholism and its impact on the body’s ability to stop bleeding.
The patient’s condition, aptly named “Hungry until horns grew” by Dr. Pracha, highlights the devastating consequences of alcoholism. While the brain was not affected by the accident, the bleeding persisted under the scalp, gradually forming a blood clot that kept growing over the course of a month. This type of bleeding is typically left to dissolve on its own, but the patient’s scalp had a split wound that became a breeding ground for germs, necessitating the removal of dead skin and closing the wound through surgical intervention.
The most challenging aspect of the surgery was the difficulty in stopping the bleeding. Dr. Pracha attributes this to the patient’s significantly low platelet count, caused by alcoholism. In a normal person, the platelet count should be no less than 140,000, but the patient’s count was recorded at a concerning 750,000. Consequently, blood clots formed slowly, making it extremely challenging to halt the bleeding. The underlying reason for this was the impact of alcohol on the liver, preventing it from producing substances that promote blood clotting and stop the flow of blood.
Dr. Pracha emphasizes the importance of this case as a lesson for those struggling with alcohol addiction. The inability to control bleeding can have fatal consequences, often leading to unstoppable bleeding and an increased risk of strokes. Moreover, alcohol abuse compromises blood pressure regulation. Dr. Pracha advises individuals under stress to find healthier coping mechanisms, such as regular exercise, rather than resorting to alcohol consumption.
The case serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers of alcoholism and the devastating impact it can have on the body’s ability to heal and recover. Dr. Pracha’s warning emphasizes the importance of seeking help, reaching out to support networks, and prioritizing one’s health when tackling alcohol addiction.]
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