HAEMORRHAGE is defined as the collection of blood in the brain tissues. There are multiple causes of brain haemorrhage, but hypertension is the commonest according to Dr. Aisha Rashid Lukwago, a senior herbalist in Kampala.

Head injuries may also cause clots in the brain, requiring an MRI and CT scan to diagnose, which is costly.

Mulago hospital records show that 150 patients admitted due to iron bar injuries and half of them die because the infection penetrates through the broken skull.

Even on survival, the patients may develop long-term illnesses, such as stroke and they permanently lose their sight, hence more expenses.

Other causes include coagulation disorders or clotting disorders as well as side-effects of anti-coagulants [drugs meant to dissolve blood clots in the body].

HIV-related disorders that destroy blood vessels by inflammation, trauma from sharp objects and accidents can also cause haemorrhage. To be continued