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What is a coma?
A patient in a coma is in a state of unconsciousness. This means the individual is alive, but doesn’t respond to anything around him/her. Comas can be the natural result of illness or injury or a doctor can medically induce them.
Coma Overview – Mayo Clinic
What is a Coma?
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How can you tell if a patient is in a coma?
Closed eyes
Lack of consciousnes
No response to stimuli, such as pain or light
Inability to be aroused
Lack of sleep-wake cycles
Symptoms Overview
Click here for an overview of symptoms and to read information on the stages of consciousness.
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Possible Causes/Diagnosis
- Head Injury
- Diabetes
- Central Nervous System Infections
- Liver or Kidney failure
- Hydrocephalus
Click here for more information on possible diagnoses used to explain a coma.
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