Balrampur District, Surguja Division – A 40-year-old man with no prior health issues suffered a brain hemorrhage, which medical professionals attribute to the loud sound of DJ music. The case has bewildered doctors, given that Sanjay Jaiswal, the patient in question, had no history of high blood pressure, illness, or injuries.
Two days before his hospitalization, Jaiswal was loading equipment into a DJ vehicle when he suddenly felt dizzy. He initially dismissed the symptoms and went home, hoping they would subside. Later that evening, while preparing dinner, he began vomiting and was struck by severe head pain, as reported by the Times of India (TOI).
Medical assessment
Dr. Shailendra Gupta, an associate professor in the ENT department at Government Medical College Ambikapur, explained to TOI that Jaiswal arrived at the hospital the following morning in a wheelchair. A CT scan unveiled a blood clot in the back of his brain, likely caused by a ruptured blood vessel. Such medical events are commonly associated with 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.
The link between loud noises and brain hemorrhages
Dr. Gupta further elaborated that loud noises can sometimes trigger brain hemorrhages, particularly if an individual has a weaker occipital region at the back of the head. He noted that Jaiswal’s blood pressure was normal and no previous health issues were detected.
Legal and regulatory background
This incident comes in the wake of strict warnings from the Chhattisgarh High Court, which last year censured the state government for failing to control noise pollution. The court demanded an affidavit from the government, detailing the measures taken to address the issue, particularly concerning DJs and amplifiers. Subsequently, the Chief Secretary convened a meeting with district collectors and police officials, urging stringent action against those violating noise regulations.
The case of Sanjay Jaiswal serves as an alarming reminder of the potential health risks associated with loud music and noise pollution. It underscores the need for stringent enforcement of noise regulations to prevent such unusual yet severe medical episodes.