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     1. S1 E1 Sep 3, 2012
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     • A medical student searches for answers when seemingly healthy patients are sent into comas.
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3. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › comaComa - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Dec 14, 2022 · Overview. Coma is a state of prolonged loss of consciousness. It can have a variety of causes, including traumatic head injury, stroke, brain tumor, or drug or alcohol intoxication. A coma may even be caused by an underlying illness, such as diabetes or an infection. Coma is a medical emergency.

4. www.healthline.com › health › comaComa: Types, Causes, Treatments, Prognosis, and More - Healthline

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   What is a coma? A coma is a prolonged state of unconsciousness. It occurs when a temporary or permanent disruption of the brain’s function severely affects consciousness. This damage...

5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › ComaComa - Wikipedia

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   A coma is a deep state of prolonged unconsciousness in which a person cannot be awakened, fails to respond normally to painful stimuli, light, or sound, lacks a normal wake-sleep cycle and does not initiate voluntary actions.

6. www.webmd.com › brain › coma-types-causes-treatmentsComa: Types, Causes, Treatments, Prognosis - WebMD

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   Jan 10, 2024 · A coma is a prolonged state of unconsciousness. It is caused by an injury to the brain that can be due to increased pressure, bleeding, loss of oxygen, or buildup of toxins. The injury can be...

7. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseasesComa: What It Is, Causes, Diagnosis, Symptoms & Treatment

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   Mar 6, 2023 · A coma is a disruption in brain activity. It prevents consciousness, meaning you’re unconscious, unaware of the world around you and impossible to wake. Comas have varying levels of severity and can happen because of many different conditions. Some causes of comas are treatable or reversible. Comas are medical emergencies and need immediate care.

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   What does a coma mean?

   • At the most basic level, a coma means your brain isn’t working as it should. Comas are a possible complication of conditions that can severely disrupt or damage your brain. A coma is different from person to person. Comas have levels of severity, and some are deeper — meaning the severity of brain activity disruption is greater — than others.

   Coma: What It Is, Causes, Diagnosis, Symptoms & Treatment

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   What causes a coma?

   • Coma is a state of prolonged loss of consciousness. It can have a variety of causes, including traumatic head injury, stroke, brain tumor, or drug or alcohol intoxication. A coma may even be caused by an underlying illness, such as diabetes or an infection. Coma is a medical emergency. Quick action is needed to preserve life and brain function.

   Coma - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Is a coma a medical emergency?

   • A coma is a medical emergency. Early treatment may limit the amount of damage to the brain and rest of the body. Call 9-1-1 for emergency help if you find someone in a coma or someone who is losing consciousness. How long can you stay in a coma? A coma can last anywhere from a few minutes to a few weeks.

   Coma: Types, Causes, Treatments, Prognosis - WebMD

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   Can a coma be reversible?

   • A coma is a disruption in brain activity. It prevents consciousness, meaning you’re unconscious, unaware of the world around you and impossible to wake. Comas have varying levels of severity and can happen because of many different conditions. Some causes of comas are treatable or reversible. Comas are medical emergencies and need immediate care.

   Coma: What It Is, Causes, Diagnosis, Symptoms & Treatment

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9. www.verywellhealth.com › coma-8644695Coma: Types, Causes, Treatment, Recovery, and Outlook

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   4 days ago · Toxins and drug overdose: Many different types of medications and drugs of abuse can have a rapid impact on the brain, potentially causing a coma. Medical complications: Liver failure, kidney failure, thyroid disease, and blood loss are some of the medical conditions that have the potential to cause a coma.

10. www.medicalnewstoday.com › articles › 173655Coma: Causes, diagnosis, treatment, and outlook

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    Apr 24, 2023 · A coma is a deep state of unconsciousness that can result from an injury or illness. In some cases, it lasts for just a few days, but in others, the person does not wake up. Medical News Today