What is Internal Bleeding?
Updated January 24, 2026
Hemorrhaging inside the body, often not visible externally, that can be life-threatening if not promptly diagnosed and treated.
Understanding Internal Bleeding
Internal bleeding can occur in organs, the brain, or body cavities. Symptoms may be delayed and include pain, dizziness, and shock. Diagnosis requires imaging tests. Common in blunt trauma from accidents. Delayed diagnosis can result in wrongful death.
Examples
- 1Spleen rupture from car accident
- 2Brain hemorrhage from fall
- 3Abdominal bleeding from seat belt injury
Related Terms
Whiplash
A neck injury caused by a sudden back-and-forth movement of the head, commonly occurring in rear-end car accidents.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
A disruption in normal brain function caused by a bump, blow, jolt to the head, or penetrating head injury, ranging from mild concussions to severe permanent damage.
Concussion
A mild traumatic brain injury caused by a blow or jolt to the head that temporarily affects brain function, causing symptoms like headache, confusion, and memory problems.
Soft Tissue Injury
Damage to muscles, ligaments, tendons, or other connective tissues, often caused by trauma, overuse, or sudden movements like those in car accidents.
Herniated Disc
A spinal injury where the soft inner material of a spinal disc pushes through the tough outer layer, potentially pressing on nearby nerves and causing pain, numbness, or weakness.
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