Increased Intracranial Pressure

Increased intracranial pressure occurs when the pressure inside the skull rises, in the space occupied by the brain, the cerebrospinal fluid, and the blood.

Common symptoms: it can present with intense headache, nausea, vomiting, blurred or double vision, and drowsiness.

When to see a doctor? When these symptoms appear in a marked or progressive way, they require prompt attention, since they reflect an alteration that should be studied thoroughly.

Which specialist treats it? The neurologist and the internist take part in its assessment, and the ophthalmologist can contribute by examining the fundus of the eye, where these changes are sometimes reflected. In the face of signs like those described, the most sensible thing is to seek a timely professional evaluation.