Man with no prior health issues suffers brain haemorrhage after loud DJ music exposure
The unusual case surprised medical professionals
(Web Desk) - A 40-year-old man from Balrampur district, Surguja division, suffered a brain haemorrhage, which doctors believe was caused by the loud sound of DJ music.
The unusual case surprised medical professionals as the man, identified as Sanjay Jaiswal, had no history of high blood pressure, illness, or any injuries.
Two days earlier, Jaiswal suddenly felt dizzy while loading equipment into a DJ vehicle. He initially tried to brush it off and went home. However, later that evening, while preparing dinner, he began vomiting and experienced severe head pain, TOI reported.
Dr. Shailendra Gupta, an associate professor in the ENT department at Government Medical College Ambikapur, told TOI that the patient arrived at the hospital the next morning in a wheelchair.
A CT scan revealed a blood clot in the back of his brain, likely caused by a ruptured blood vessel. Such occurrences are typically linked to high blood pressure, accidents, or injuries, none of which applied to Jaiswal.
“At first, the patient was hesitant to share the truth, possibly because of his connection to the DJ. He broke down when we insisted he tell us what happened and finally admitted that he had been working near the DJ when the loud music caused him to feel dizzy. His condition deteriorated later that night,” Dr. Gupta said.
He added that loud noises can sometimes cause brain haemorrhages, especially if a person has a weaker occipital region at the back of the head. He added that Jaiswal’s blood pressure was normal, and no previous health issues were detected.
Last year, Chhattisgarh High Court reprimanded the state government for not controlling noise pollution. The court demanded an affidavit from the government, detailing the steps taken to address the issue, particularly concerning DJs and amplifiers.
Consequently, the Chief Secretary held a meeting with district collectors and police officials, urging strict action against those violating noise regulations.
