Which finding is most likely indicated by a haemorrhagic stroke (intracerebral hemorrhage)?
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Correct answer: Sudden worst headache of life with vomiting and focal deficit
Sudden onset severe headache, vomiting and focal deficits suggest intracerebral haemorrhage, a neurologic emergency requiring rapid management.
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