Xiao Zhang, who did not wear a hat in cold weather, caused his head to catch a cold, and when he returned home, he felt very uncomfortable and developed symptoms of headaches and dizziness. Over time, he found himself unable to concentrate and developed insomnia.
After diagnosis by the hospital, it was found that his head was caused by cerebral vasoconstriction due to cold, resulting in insufficient cerebral blood supply, resulting in headache, dizziness and other symptoms. In response to this situation, the hospital recommended that Xiao Zhang undergo appropriate medication and acupuncture and other TCM conditioning to promote blood circulation, improve cerebral blood supply insufficiency, and relieve symptoms.
First, the cause of insufficient blood supply caused by cold head
If the head is cold for too long and the blood vessels have limited ability to regulate temperature, it will cause the cerebral blood vessels to constrict, causing insufficient blood supply to the brain. Insufficient blood supply to the brain can cause a range of symptoms, such as headache, dizziness, difficulty concentrating, insomnia, etc.
In addition, cold in the head can also easily cause colds and other diseases, resulting in a decrease in the body's immunity, which further affects the blood supply and function of the brain. Before going out, pay attention to weather and temperature changes, wear hats or warm items in time, avoid direct cold on the head, if you already feel that your head is cold, you should strengthen warmth in time.
Second, what are the symptoms of cerebral insufficiency?
Symptoms of cerebral insufficiency vary from individual to individual, but usually include the following:
1. Lightheadedness:
Specifically, lack of oxygen in the brain can lead to weakened neuronal activity in the brain, which can affect brain function, causing people to feel dizzy, dizzy, and loss of balance control. In addition, insufficient blood supply may also lead to a drop in blood pressure, so that the brain does not receive enough blood perfusion and oxygen supply, resulting in dizziness, dizziness, nausea and other problems.
2. Headache:
Brain cells need enough oxygen and nutrients to function properly, and if the blood supply to the brain is insufficient, it will deplete brain cells with oxygen and ischemia, resulting in uncomfortable symptoms such as headaches. There are also many types of headache symptoms caused by insufficient blood supply to the brain, such as dull headache or pressure, dizziness, dizziness, tinnitus, etc.
3. Memory loss:
Memory formation and maintenance requires a synergistic effect of multiple brain regions, including parts of the hippocampus, frontal lobe, and temporal lobe. These brain regions may function abnormally in the absence of oxygen and nutritional deficiencies, which can affect the formation and retention of memory.
4. Head numbness:
Cerebral ischemia or hypoxia can cause damage to brain cells, thereby affecting nerve function, causing some nerve endings to be damaged to varying degrees, causing local paresthesia. In addition, ischemia and hypoxia may also cause vasoconstriction, making the blood circulation in the brain poor, aggravating the damage of nerve cells, and causing symptoms such as numbness in the head.
5. Physical imbalance:
The brainstem is the part that connects the brain and spinal cord, and it is responsible for controlling the body's basic life activities and balance regulation. The cerebellum, on the other hand, is the brain region responsible for coordinating muscle movement and body posture. If these brain areas are deprived of oxygen and nutrition, it may lead to symptoms of imbalance in the body.
6. Feeling of pressure and chest tightness:
When the brain is starved of oxygen, the body produces a series of compensatory reactions to ensure an adequate supply of oxygen. These reactions include increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and increased breathing. These physiological reactions can cause the heart to be more burdened, resulting in pressure and discomfort in the chest.
7. Sensory Disturbances:
Brain nerve cells are susceptible to damage in the absence of oxygen or ischemia, and their cell membranes and organelles may undergo pathological changes, resulting in disorders in the transmission of nerve signals, resulting in sensory impairment. There may be a variety of manifestations of sensory impairment, such as numbness, tingling, pain, etc., which vary from individual to individual and from cause to cause.
Third, the treatment of cerebral insufficiency
Treatment of cerebral insufficiency mainly includes two methods: drug therapy and non-drug treatment.
drug therapy
Treatment of cerebral insufficiency needs to be determined according to the specific cause and symptoms. For diseases caused by cerebral insufficiency, such as cerebral infarction, cerebral hemorrhage, etc., drug treatment can include the following aspects:
1. Thrombolytic therapy:
Patients with acute cerebral infarction can be treated with thrombolytic drugs, a method of restoring blood supply to the brain by dissolving blood clots. This method is mainly suitable for the treatment of acute ischemic stroke, which can restore the cerebral blood supply to a certain extent, thereby alleviating the neurological dysfunction caused by stroke.
2. Anticoagulant therapy:
Anticoagulation therapy is mainly to prevent the recurrence of cerebrovascular diseases such as cerebral infarction and cerebral hemorrhage by inhibiting the formation and expansion of thrombus. Restoring the cerebral blood supply is a long-lasting process that requires long-term adherence and a personalized treatment plan tailored to the specific situation.
3. Antiplatelet therapy:
Antiplatelet therapy is a method of preventing thrombosis by reducing the aggregation and agglutination of platelets. Commonly used antiplatelet drugs include aspirin, clopidogrel, etc., this treatment is very important in the recovery of ischemic stroke, after antiplatelet therapy, other measures need to be taken to promote the recovery of cerebral blood supply.
4. Antihypertensive therapy:
Lowering blood pressure is essential to restore blood supply to the brain. Because high blood pressure is one of the important causes of insufficient blood supply to the brain. You can eat more foods rich in minerals such as potassium and magnesium, such as vegetables, fruits, whole wheat bread, etc.; Eat less high-calorie, high-fat foods such as salt, sugar, and meat. If blood pressure is too high, it should be treated with antihypertensive drugs as recommended.
5. Nutritional neuroprotective therapy:
The lack of sufficient oxygen and nutrients in the brain leads to impaired nerve cell function, and in severe cases, even diseases such as cerebral infarction. The use of vitamin B family, neurotrophic drugs, etc. can help restore nerve function and improve symptoms, and nutritional neuroprotection is also an effective way to treat cerebral insufficiency.
Drug treatment should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor, do not use the drug on your own.
Non-pharmacological treatments
1. Physical Therapy:
Cerebral insufficiency can be treated with traditional Chinese medicine methods such as massage, acupuncture and tuina, all of which help to promote blood circulation and nervous system regulation, relieve symptoms and improve cerebral insufficiency. Traditional therapies have an adjunctive role in the treatment of cerebral insufficiency.
2. Psychotherapy:
Psychotherapy can be used as an auxiliary treatment for the treatment of cerebral insufficiency, such as relaxation training, behavioral therapy, etc., which can help patients relieve tension, anxiety and other bad emotions, and reduce the symptoms of cerebral insufficiency.
3. Special Treatment:
For example, spinal traction stimulates the nerves, muscles, and blood vessels surrounding the spine, which in turn improves blood circulation throughout the body, including to the brain. However, spinal traction is not a direct treatment for cerebral insufficiency, so the suitability for patients with cerebral insufficiency needs to be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Non-drug treatment methods are an important means to treat cerebral insufficiency, which can be combined with drug treatment to formulate personalized treatment plans and improve the treatment effect.
4. How should we do a good job in prevention?
Prevention of cerebral insufficiency requires a multifaceted approach and various measures to reduce the risk of disease. Here are some ways to prevent cerebral insufficiency:
1. Control high blood pressure:
High blood pressure can lead to thickening of the blood vessel wall and reduced elasticity, especially on the cerebral arterioles, which in turn leads to microcirculation disorders and insufficient blood supply to the brain. Therefore, controlling blood pressure can reduce arterial pressure, reduce the formation of atherosclerosis, improve microcirculation, improve oxygen and nutrient supply to brain tissue, and prevent insufficient blood supply to the brain.
2. Weight control:
First of all, excessive obesity will increase the incidence of various chronic diseases such as blood pressure and blood lipids, which in turn will increase the risk of cerebral insufficiency. Secondly, obesity can also lead to atherosclerosis, which hardens the walls of blood vessels and reduces the amount of blood flowing through the blood vessels, resulting in insufficient blood supply to the brain. In addition, obesity also increases the risk of metabolic abnormalities such as blood sugar and insulin, which are related to the occurrence of insufficient blood supply to the brain. Therefore, maintaining an appropriate weight can reduce the incidence of these conditions and help prevent cerebral insufficiency.
3. Eat healthy:
A healthy diet can help lower adverse factors such as cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar, thereby reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, including coronary heart disease and cerebrovascular disease. Maintaining a healthy diet, choosing foods rich in protein, vitamins, minerals and fiber, and eating fat and sugar in moderation are essential to prevent insufficient blood supply to the brain.
4. Quit smoking and alcohol:
The blood-brain barrier is a protective barrier to the brain, which can block most harmful substances from entering the brain, but smoking and drinking can destroy the integrity of the blood-brain barrier, making it easier for harmful substances to enter the brain, thereby causing insufficient blood supply to the brain. Therefore, quitting smoking and alcohol can protect the integrity of the blood-brain barrier and reduce the risk of cerebral insufficiency.
5. Exercise appropriately:
Exercise can promote cardiovascular system health, enhance cardiopulmonary function, lower blood pressure, improve blood lipid status, thereby reducing the risk of diseases such as atherosclerosis, and reducing the occurrence of cerebral insufficiency. It can also improve the body's metabolic capacity, promote blood circulation, enhance immunity, and effectively prevent insufficient blood supply to the brain.
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