Imagine that there is an invisible "barrier" hidden in your body, which exists in obscurity, and before you know it, it slowly blocks your blood flow. By the time you discover it, there may be no way to get it back. This "obstacle" is exactly what we are going to talk about today - blood clots. So, how can we prevent the formation of blood clots and avoid potential risks in advance? Come with me to learn more and get the life protection tips prepared for you in this article.
1. How is a blood clot formed?
Imagine that your body is like a huge city, and your blood is the busy traffic passing through the city, and the blood clot is like an unexpected obstacle, which can be dispersed to every corner of the city with the flow of traffic, blocking the passage of life.
If it is blocked in the brain, it may lead to cerebral infarction; If the blood vessels are blocked in the heart, it may cause myocardial infarction; If it remains in the lungs, it is called pulmonary embolism. The most frightening thing is that blood clots often form and threaten health without any obvious warning or perception.
The blood system in the human body consists of two opposing systems: coagulation and anticoagulation.
Under normal circumstances, these two systems maintain a dynamic state of equilibrium, ensuring that blood flows freely in the blood vessels, thus preventing the formation of blood clots.
However, in some special situations, such as slow blood flow, abnormal coagulation elements, damaged blood vessels, etc., this equilibrium will be broken, making people prone to the formation of blood clots.
2. The following 6 groups of people are prone to thrombosis
Wang Xin, deputy chief physician of the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine of Xiyuan Hospital of the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, suggests that certain groups of people are more likely to form blood clots, which is called thrombophilia.
Recent international research has shown that the following six groups of people are susceptible to blood clots:
Pregnant or postpartum females;
People who use hormone-related products, such as oral contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy;
Individuals with a history of cerebral or splanchnic venous thrombosis;
People with a family history of antithrombin, protein C, or protein S deletion;
Individuals with a family history of thrombosis at high risk;
Patients with specific cancers, such as lung cancer or liver cancer.
If you think you may be thrombophilic, see your doctor as soon as possible to assess your risk and start prophylactic anticoagulation as prescribed.
3. Three warning signs of thrombosis
Seek medical attention immediately if:
1. Venous thrombosis of the lower extremities usually causes asymmetrical swelling of the lower extremities, accompanied by pain and superficial vein exposure. The pain is usually dull or swollen.
2. Pulmonary vascular thrombosis, whose typical symptoms include chest pain, coughing up blood, dyspnea and rapid heartbeat. When the disease worsens, it can lead to low blood pressure and shock, and in extreme cases, it can be fatal.
3. Cerebral artery thrombosis: This condition can suddenly cause mental abnormalities, such as dizziness and numbness of limbs. In severe cases, people may have confusion or motor disturbances.
Reminders:
Microthrombosis of the skin: some patients may have small ecchymoses on the skin.
Mesenteric vascular blockage: A blockage of a mesenteric blood vessel caused by a blood clot, causing severe abdominal pain or gastrointestinal bleeding. Common symptoms include nausea and vomiting, which can be life-threatening if exacerbated.
4. How to prevent thrombosis?
The formation of blood clots does not happen overnight. Starting by paying attention to the small details of daily life can help you stay away from blood clots.
1. Reasonable diet: eat at least one pound of vegetables and half a pound of fruits every day; Eat at least 8-10 different vegetables per week, such as carrots, broccoli and spinach, etc.; Increase your intake of whole grains, such as whole grains, legumes and oats; Eat deep-sea fish regularly, such as tuna, salmon and sardines.
2. Replenish water in a timely manner: Ensure that the daily water intake is between 2000-2500 ml to prevent the blood from being too viscous and avoid excessive water intake.
3. Regular exercise: choose moderate-intensity aerobic exercise that suits you, and keep moving between work and study, and avoid maintaining the same posture for a long time.
4. Quit smoking and prevent inhalation of second-hand smoke: nicotine can damage the inner wall of blood vessels and promote the formation of blood clots.
5. Dress loosely: Choose loose clothing, shoes and socks to avoid obstructing blood circulation.
6. Scientific medication: Patients in a hypercoagulable state can use anticoagulant drugs for prevention under the guidance of a doctor.
7. Periodic examination: It is recommended that for people with high risk of blood clots, ultrasound testing of blood vessels should be performed once a year.
In this article, we learned that although blood clots are hidden and dangerous, knowing how to identify and prevent blood clots can lead to early action to stop blood clots. Let us cherish life together, stay away from blood clots, and maintain the unimpeded flow of the river of life!
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