When treating hemorrhagic stroke, blood pressure must be brought to a normal level and the brain must be protected from further damage by fixing the original cause of the stroke. Because hemorrhaging causes pressure on the brain, a stroke victim will be given drugs that minimize swelling of the brain tissue. Surgery is rarely recommended but may take place if other treatments are not working to help the victim.

Rehabilitation Treatment for Hemorrhagic Stroke
While some victims suffer greatly from a stroke, others may recover quickly. People who have suffered strokes may suffer the loss of functions of the body that are controlled by the brain, including movement of limbs, speech, or anything else that may be affected. Range-of-motion exercises, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and other types of therapies may be advised in order to help the stroke victim recover as fully as possible and to recover maximum function of the body.

Successful rehabilitation depends on many factors, including the extent of brain damage, the skill of the rehabilitation team, the help of family and friends, and the patient's attitude. Almost all stroke patients are able to benefit from rehabilitation. Many are being restored to a fully functional life, due to recent medical advances in treatment and rehabilitation.

The most effective rehabilitation heeds three main points: 1) Rehabilitation should begin as soon as possible after the stroke, 2) The patient needs a lot of support from family and friends during the entire process, and 3) It takes a team effort with the doctor, nurse, therapist, and any other necessary specialists working with the patient and the family.

Prevention Treatment for Hemorrhagic Stroke
It is particularly important that treatment for hemorrhagic stroke includes the prevention of strokes in the future. This can be done by adjusting certain lifestyle habits and patterns.

Lower blood pressure
Lowering blood pressure can be done by talking with a doctor about prescription medication if a stroke victim is not already taking this type of medication. A diet low in sodium can also help lower blood pressure. Also, limiting consumption of alcohol, maintaining a healthy weight, and staying active (within the victim's physical limitations) to help lower your blood pressure.

Quit smoking
Quitting smoking is important in order to reduce the risk of another stroke.

Exercise
Regular exercise is highly recommended in order to prevent a stroke. The stroke victim's physical limitations, if any, should be taken into account and exercises adjusted accordingly.

Control Medical Problems
There are several medical problems that contribute to the chances of having a stroke, including diabetes, heart attack, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, temporary strokes, and already having had one or more strokes. If these health issues are controlled with medication or other lifestyle factors, the chances of having another stroke will decrease.

Maintain Optimal Weight
Those who are overweight or obese have a greater chance of having another stroke. The more overweight, the greater the chance. Maintaining optimal weight will help keep the body healthy on many different levels. Regular exercise and a good diet are the best ways to control weight and prevent a secondary stroke.

Eat a Diet High in Fruits and Vegetables
A healthy diet, one that comprises lots of fruits and vegetables, is optimal. Fruits and vegetables are low in saturated fat, total fat, cholesterol, and sodium, and they are full of many essential vitamins and minerals that a body needs, particularly to prevent further strokes.