Tragic Loss: Dubai 13-Year-Old Succumbs to Brain Haemorrhage
An unexpected tragedy struck a family in Dubai as a 13-year-old Indian student passed away on Friday afternoon, days after being hospitalized for a sudden medical complication. The young boy collapsed at home while studying on Wednesday, leading to a rushed hospitalization.
Social worker Naseer Vatanappally shared insights into the incident, stating, "He was studying at home when he suddenly collapsed." Despite immediate medical attention, doctors discovered that the student had suffered from a brain haemorrhage. Despite being placed on a ventilator, his condition did not improve.
The Grade 8 student was described as an active and social individual by Naseer. "The family said that he used to play football and learned karate," he mentioned. "He was very social and had a lot of friends in school. His family is distraught. I pray that they have the strength to get through this difficult time."
The student is survived by his parents and a younger sister. Following necessary formalities, the boy's body will be flown to the family's hometown in the southern Indian state of Kerala.
Experts in the medical field note that occurrences of brain haemorrhages in children are exceedingly rare. Dr. Jamaluddeen Abu Backer from Metro Medical Centre explained, "A brain haemorrhage in children usually occurs due to abnormalities of blood vessels." He emphasized that such incidents are extremely uncommon in children and advised parents to be vigilant for warning signs such as sudden severe headaches, vomiting, sleepiness, or weakness on one side of the body.
A brain haemorrhage, or intracerebral haemorrhage, is characterized by bleeding into the brain. While the most common cause in adults is high blood pressure, the reasons for such occurrences in children can be varied. Treatment options depend on the nature of the haemorrhage and may sometimes require surgical intervention.
Dr. Atul Rane, a Specialist Paediatrician from Aster Clinic Bur Dubai, concurred that instances of brain haemorrhages among young individuals are relatively rare. He advised parents to remain vigilant for signs that persist for an extended period, stating, "Headaches lasting more than 5 or 7 days suggest an underlying issue, possibly related to blood clotting disorders or other undiagnosed conditions." He emphasized the importance of further investigation to accurately diagnose any underlying conditions when warning signs are present.
The grieving family and community are left to cope with the sudden loss of a vibrant young life, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of such medical occurrences, even among the youth.
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By- Sahiba Suri
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