Cerebral infarction is a serious disease caused by the blockage of blood vessels in the brain that interrupts the blood supply to the brain, and when blood cannot flow smoothly to the brain, brain cells die due to lack of oxygen, causing a series of serious neurological disorders.
The onset of cerebral infarction is often sudden and unexpected, and the patient may suddenly feel weakness or numbness on one side of the body, slurred speech, or even loss of consciousness. These symptoms not only cause great physical pain to the patients, but also place a heavy burden on their families and society.
Cerebral infarction can be caused by a variety of chronic diseases, including hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia and other chronic diseases, as well as unhealthy lifestyle habits such as smoking, alcoholism, and lack of exercise. These factors interact to increase the risk of cerebral infarction.
For patients with cerebral infarction, timely diagnosis and treatment are crucial. Based on the patient's symptoms and signs, the doctor will combine imaging tests and other means to make a rapid diagnosis and take appropriate treatment measures to maximize the protection of the patient's brain function.
In this process of battling cerebral infarction, patients and their families need to have firm confidence and actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment plan. Through scientific treatment and meticulous care, patients with cerebral infarction are expected to overcome the disease and regain hope in life.
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For 5 abnormal manifestations in the early stage of cerebral infarction, it is recommended to check CT as soon as possible
1. Sudden headache: Patients with cerebral infarction may have a sudden, severe headache, which is often accompanied by symptoms such as nausea and vomiting. This headache is usually caused by an increase in intracranial pressure due to a blockage of a blood vessel in the brain.
2. Language disorder: Patients with cerebral infarction may have symptoms such as slurred speech, confused language, and inability to understand others' words. This is due to cerebral infarction affecting the language center of the brain.
3. Limb weakness or numbness: Patients with cerebral infarction may experience symptoms of weakness or numbness in one limb, which is usually caused by cerebral infarction affecting the motor center of the brain.
4. Visual impairment: Patients with cerebral infarction may have symptoms such as blurred vision, visual field defects, and double vision. This is due to cerebral infarction affecting the visual center of the brain.
5. Mental abnormalities: Patients with cerebral infarction may experience symptoms such as emotional instability, irritability, and confusion. This is due to cerebral infarction affecting the emotional and cognitive centers of the brain.
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Why are there more and more cerebral infarctions in China, but they are decreasing in the United States? The doctor said frankly: There are three main reasons
First of all, differences in eating habits are a factor that cannot be ignored. In China, with the improvement of living standards, people's dietary structure has changed significantly, and the intake of high-fat, high-calorie foods has increased, resulting in an increase in blood lipid levels, thereby exacerbating the risk of cerebral infarction.
In the United States, with the popularization of the concept of healthy eating, people pay more attention to low-fat, low-sugar, high-fiber diet, which effectively reduces the incidence of cerebral infarction.
Secondly, the difference in medical level and prevention and control strategies is also an important reason for the difference in the incidence of cerebral infarction between the two countries. In China, despite the continuous improvement of medical standards, the prevention and control of cerebral infarction still needs to be strengthened.
In the United States, a well-established medical system and advanced prevention and control strategies have made it possible to diagnose and treat cerebral infarction early, effectively reducing the morbidity and mortality of cerebral infarction.
Finally, lifestyle differences are also important factors affecting the incidence of cerebral infarction. In China, with the acceleration of urbanization, people's pace of life is faster, stress increases, and lack of exercise all increase the risk of cerebral infarction.
In the United States, people pay more attention to a healthy lifestyle, such as moderate exercise and maintaining mental balance, which helps to reduce the occurrence of cerebral infarction.
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Can reasonable folic acid supplementation really prevent cerebral infarction?
First of all, we need to understand the role of folic acid in the human body. Folic acid is a member of the B vitamin group that is involved in a variety of biochemical reactions in the human body, especially closely related to DNA synthesis and repair.
It is essential for the normal growth and division of cells. Therefore, folic acid plays a non-negligible role in maintaining vascular health and preventing cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
Cerebral infarction, also known as stroke, is a disease caused by a lack of oxygen to the brain due to blockage of blood vessels in the brain. Its pathogenesis is closely related to factors such as damage to the inner wall of blood vessels, hardening of blood vessel walls, and thrombosis. It is through these mechanisms that folic acid exerts its role in preventing cerebral infarction.
Reasonable folic acid supplementation can reduce the level of homocysteine in the blood, an amino acid that is closely related to the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
High homocysteine levels can damage vascular endothelial cells and promote the formation of atherosclerosis, thereby increasing the risk of cerebral infarction. Folic acid, as a key factor in homocysteine metabolism, can effectively reduce its levels, thereby protecting vascular health.
In addition, folic acid promotes the synthesis of nitric oxide, an important substance that dilates blood vessels and lowers blood pressure. By dilating blood vessels, folic acid can improve blood circulation and reduce the risk of thrombosis, thereby preventing cerebral infarction.
However, while folic acid has many benefits in preventing cerebral infarction, it doesn't mean that everyone needs to supplement in large amounts. Excessive folate intake may also have adverse effects, such as masking symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency.
Therefore, when supplementing folic acid, we should do it according to the specific situation of the individual and the doctor's advice to ensure that the supplement is reasonable in order to truly play its role in the prevention of cerebral infarction.
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How can I reduce the incidence of cerebral infarction?
First of all, we need to start with our habits. Maintain a regular routine, go to bed early and wake up early, and avoid staying up late. Adequate sleep helps in the recovery and repair of various organs in the body and reduces the risk of damage to blood vessels.
At the same time, a reasonable diet is also the key to preventing cerebral infarction. We should maintain a low-fat, low-salt, low-sugar diet and eat more foods rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals, such as fresh vegetables, fruits and whole grains. Avoid excessive intake of high-fat, high-calorie foods to reduce the risk of clogged blood vessels.
Secondly, we should pay attention to exercise. Moderate exercise can promote blood circulation, enhance the elasticity of blood vessels, and prevent the occurrence of cerebral infarction. We can choose aerobic exercises such as walking, jogging, swimming, etc., and stick to it 3-5 times a week for more than 30 minutes each time. When exercising, you should avoid overexertion according to your own situation.
In addition, we need to focus on mental health. Maintain an optimistic and positive attitude, learn to release stress, and avoid being in tension, anxiety and other bad emotions for a long time.
These bad emotions can easily lead to vasoconstriction and increase the risk of cerebral infarction. We can regulate our mood and maintain a peaceful mind through meditation, yoga, reading, etc.
Finally, we also need to have regular medical check-ups to keep an eye on our health. By checking blood pressure, blood glucose, blood lipids and other indicators, potential risk factors can be detected and controlled in time. If necessary, seek medical attention in a timely manner and receive professional treatment and advice.