Cerebral Venous Thrombosis (CVT)

1. Blood clotting disorders: Inherited or acquired conditions that affect the normal clotting process can increase the risk of CVT.
2. Dehydration: Reduced fluid intake or excessive fluid loss can contribute to the development of blood clots.
3. Infections: Certain infections, such as sinusitis, meningitis, or ear infections, can lead to inflammation and clot formation.
4. Trauma: Head injuries or trauma to the brain can disrupt blood flow and cause clots to form.
5. Pregnancy and postpartum period: Hormonal changes and altered blood flow during pregnancy and after childbirth can increase the risk of CVT.
6. Hormonal factors: Use of oral contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy, especially those with high estrogen content, can raise the risk.
7. Cancer and malignancies: Some cancers, particularly those involving the brain or blood, can predispose individuals to CVT.
8. Inflammatory conditions: Autoimmune disorders like systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) can increase the risk of clot formation.

Symptoms:

1. Headache: Often severe and may worsen over time.
2. Visual disturbances: Blurred vision, double vision, or loss of vision in one or both eyes.
3. Seizures: Especially in the early stages of CVT.
4. Focal neurological deficits: Weakness, numbness, or tingling in specific body parts.
5. Altered mental status: Confusion, drowsiness, or coma.