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In our daily lives, health status is not just an isolated concept, but is shaped by multiple aspects of life, among which sleep quality undoubtedly plays a crucial role.
However, specific symptoms that occur during sleep can often be an early warning sign of an underlying health problem within the body, especially when these symptoms may indicate a potential risk of a serious illness such as cerebral infarction.
Now, we'll talk about four warning signs that can manifest during sleep and are often a precursor to a serious health threat, a cerebral infarction.
Irregular breathing patterns are very critical during sleep. When a person exhibits apnea or very irregular breathing during sleep, it can be a sign of insufficient oxygen supply to the brain.
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Cerebral infarction is usually caused by a blockage of blood flow to the brain, which prevents an effective blood supply. Breathing problems during sleep can be a sign of problems with the health of your blood vessels.
Imagine a retired elderly man who is usually in good health, but his family members notice that he occasionally has apnea during sleep.
After a doctor's examination, it was found to be a manifestation of sleep apnea syndrome, and further examination revealed a slight blockage of the carotid artery, which is a potential risk of cerebral infarction.
If a person wakes up frequently during the night, it could be a sign of sleep quality problems or a reflection of abnormal brain activity. A precursor to a cerebral infarction may cause the brain to not fall into a deep sleep normally.
A sudden, severe headache during sleep, especially if it persists after waking up, can be caused by an abnormality in the blood vessels. Headaches can be caused by large fluctuations in blood pressure during the night, putting pressure on blood vessels, causing brain pain.
Unusual limb movements or uncontrollable tics during sleep may indicate a potential risk of cerebral infarction.
These symptoms are actually clear signs that a particular area of the brain may be impaired in function, revealing that the neural control system is being disturbed or abnormally regulated.
Suppose there is a middle-aged man who often experiences involuntary twitching of his legs at night that is not noticed at first. However, over time, the frequency of these symptoms gradually increased, and patients began to experience a feeling of heaviness in their heads when they woke up in the morning, further highlighting that health conditions may be suffering from adverse effects.
After a detailed medical examination, the doctor found that it may be related to an abnormality in the microvasculature of the brain and recommended further brain imaging.
Through these examples, we should recognize that even seemingly ordinary symptoms that occur during sleep can be a warning of a more serious health problem. If any of the above abnormal symptoms are observed during sleep, you should seek medical attention and have an appropriate examination.
In addition to the previously mentioned abnormalities in sleep, there are other symptoms that may be overlooked in daily life, which can also serve as warning signs of cerebral infarction.
Today, we will take a closer look at these symptoms and hope to help you identify and prevent cerebral infarction earlier. Cerebral infarction often affects the area of the brain responsible for vision, resulting in blurred vision or partial loss of visual field.
If this happens suddenly and is accompanied by a headache or eye pain, then a high level of alarm should be caused. For example, imagine a middle-aged professional who suddenly feels a blur in his vision during a meeting that lasts for a few minutes before recovering.
Although he initially thought it might be caused by excessive fatigue, after his family's insistence, the hospital examination found that it was a sign of a mild cerebral infarction.
A significant warning sign of cerebral infarction is diminished or impaired language ability, which indicates that areas of the brain involved in language processing may have been affected.
This includes slurred speech, suddenly not being able to find the right words, or not being able to understand someone else's words. These symptoms are usually caused by poor blood flow in the language areas of the brain.
For example, an elderly lady who is usually good at words suddenly lost her speech when talking to her family on the phone one day, and she couldn't even complete a simple sentence.
The family immediately realized that this could be a serious sign and subsequently confirmed in a hospital examination that it was caused by insufficient blood flow to the brain.
Among the potential manifestations of cerebral infarction, patients may suddenly lose their balance while walking and fall, or feel involuntary shaking of the body when standing, which are obvious signs of disturbance of nervous system function.
For example, a retired teacher who was doing a simple household chorre at home suddenly felt unsteady on his feet and almost fell. This sudden imbalance caused his family to be very worried, and follow-up tests revealed cerebrovascular abnormalities.
When cerebral infarction occurs, due to the sudden loss of function of a certain area of the brain, it often leads to partial or complete paralysis on one side of the body, including the face or limbs, which is a direct manifestation of the severe neurological damage caused by cerebral infarction.
Suppose there is a middle-aged man who regularly plays outdoor sports and he suddenly feels weak in his right hand after a run, and even has difficulty clenching his fist. This sudden feeling of weakness was later diagnosed as being caused by an undetected stenosis of a cerebral blood vessel.
With these concrete examples, we can see more clearly that the signs of cerebral infarction may appear silently in everyday life.
In order to alleviate the serious consequences that may be brought about by cerebral infarction, it is crucial to identify the symptoms at an early stage and intervene in time, which is the most effective preventive measure.
Knowing the many precursors of cerebral infarction, it is natural to ask: what can we do to prevent such a serious health event?
Although cerebral infarction can sometimes seem sudden, in fact, we can significantly reduce the risk of its occurrence through some daily health habits. Today, I'm going to share some of the lesser-known but extremely effective preventive measures.
Inflammation is widely recognized as a variety of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, such as cerebral infarction. Increasing the intake of anti-inflammatory foods, such as deep-sea fish, walnuts, olive oil, and abundant fruits and vegetables, can help reduce the level of inflammation in the body, thereby indirectly reducing the risk of cerebral infarction.
For example, imagine a middle-aged man who regularly consumes processed foods and foods high in sugars, and he adjusts his diet with the advice of his doctor to include foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids and anti-inflammatory vegetables and fruits. A few months later, his blood tests showed a significant decrease in inflammatory markers.
Mindfulness meditation is an effective stress management tool, and long-term practice can reduce physiological responses caused by stress, such as high blood pressure and increased heart rate, which are risk factors for cerebral infarction.
For example, a middle-aged professional who often feels stressed at work begins to practice mindfulness meditation every day. After a few months, he noticed that his overall stress levels had decreased, and regular check-ups showed a significant improvement in his cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health.
Through the above measures, we can not only improve our quality of life, but also effectively prevent the occurrence of cerebral infarction and other cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
Prevention is always more important than cure, especially when dealing with a serious health problem like a cerebral infarction. Hopefully, this information will help you and your loved ones live a healthier and happier life.
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Resources
[1] Wang Jun. Application Effect of Hemiplegia Limb Rehabilitation Training Nursing and Quality Nursing in Patients with Cerebral Infarction, China Metallurgical Industry Medical Journal, 2024-06-04