1, symptoms of stroke
Therefore, the prevention of stroke is more critical than the treatment.
The serious consequences of a stroke
Stroke refers to sudden cerebrovascular accidents, which can usually be divided into ischemic and hemorrhagic types. Cerebral infarction is common in clinic, accounting for more than 80%, and cerebral hemorrhage accounts for about 20%.
Blockage of blood vessels that nourish the brain can lead to cerebral ischemia, that is, cerebral infarction, which is usually caused by arterial thrombosis, arterial plaque and arteriosclerosis. Ischemia in the corresponding functional areas of the brain will lead to dysfunction in this area, which is manifested as sensory or motor disorders.
However, arterial plaque and arteriosclerosis can also lead to cerebral vascular rupture, especially in the case of hypertension. When cerebral hemorrhage occurs, patients usually have severe headaches.
Hemorrhagic stroke and ischemic stroke are disastrous to the precise central nervous system, which can lead to loss of consciousness, coma and lung infection in a short time. Even if acute stroke doesn't lead to death, it will cause different degrees of damage to all aspects of brain functions, such as inability to speak, unclear speech, limb paralysis, loss of mobility, mental decline and other serious sequelae.
Five early warning signals
Since the consequences of stroke are so serious, it will be of great help to know the early symptoms of stroke and see a doctor in time.
1. Transient darkness or transient blurred vision:
The so-called amaurosis, that is, the eyes suddenly darken, and things can't be seen clearly, and it will recover after a few seconds or minutes, or transient visual impairment or visual field defect will generally recover itself within 1 hour, and generally will not leave sequelae. Melanoma and blurred vision are mainly manifestations of sudden cerebral ischemia, and some patients are accompanied by nausea, vomiting, dizziness and disturbance of consciousness, which are regarded as precursors before stroke.
2. yawning continuously, exhausted and without god;
It may be caused by relatively insufficient blood supply to the brain. If the cerebral artery stenosis is gradually aggravated and the respiratory center is deprived of oxygen, it will show involuntary continuous yawning and fatigue.
3. Temporary slurred speech or salivation symptoms:
People who usually speak normally suddenly speak awkwardly and drool, all of which are signs of stroke.
4. One-time unstable maintenance and unilateral paralysis:
Abnormal sensation in one limb, inflexible hands and feet, decreased strength and unstable grip.
5. Sudden headache:
Headache before stroke is generally very serious, often accompanied by elevated blood pressure, which can be described as "a splitting headache".
These seemingly unremarkable symptoms may disappear after a few hours or days, leaving no sequelae, but strictly speaking, some of them are mild strokes, indicating that some blood vessels in the brain have already suffered from insufficient blood supply, which is an important early warning signal that a stroke will occur.
If we don't avoid the occurrence of more serious stroke, we must pay attention to it, whether it is a high-risk group or not. We should improve the related examination of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, find experts for evaluation and health guidance, and carry out systematic and standardized prevention and treatment to avoid the occurrence of serious stroke.
high risk group
It should be noted here that the typical symptoms mentioned above may not occur in expect the unexpected, which requires friends with high risk factors of stroke to pay more attention in peacetime.
What are the high-risk groups of stroke?
1. Basic diseases such as arteriosclerosis, hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia and obesity;
2. No exercise, no drinking, no smoking and other health problems;
3. Old age, male-the older you are, the greater the probability of stroke, and the probability of stroke in men is 1_ 1.5 times that in women;
4. Familial genetic tendency, occult cerebrovascular malformation;
How to prevent stroke
Stroke is not inevitable, and most stroke patients have more or less risk factors or early warning symptoms before they get sick. Therefore, in daily life, developing good diet and exercise habits is the best way to prevent stroke:
Control blood sugar, blood pressure and blood lipid;
Reasonable diet, proper exercise and weight control;
Quit smoking and drinking, have regular physical examination, and standardize prevention and treatment.
Many people think that these health education are bland, and they respond with indifference. If they continue to smoke and drink, they will paralyze themselves. But in fact, in the hospital, you can see too many patients who regret not paying attention at first.
In fact, health has always been in our own hands. I hope everyone will take their health seriously and don't regret it until the tragedy happens.
2. How to prevent stroke?
From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, stroke is related to qi and blood stasis and meridian obstruction. Yin deficiency of liver and kidney, stagnation of qi and blood, deficiency of both qi and blood, spleen deficiency and phlegm-dampness blocking collaterals are several typical syndromes of stroke. The treatment is based on the principles of regulating qi, promoting blood circulation, removing blood stasis, refreshing the brain and inducing resuscitation, which can play a positive role in treating mental disorders and limb movement disorders.
On our feet, there is a point for regulating qi, promoting blood circulation and clearing heat-Dadun point. Choosing this point for massage can dredge the whole body's blood gas, thus playing the role of strengthening tendons and replenishing marrow, and has a remarkable effect on treating apoplexy sequelae.
Dadun point is located about 2 mm near the toenail root of the big toe near the second toe of the foot. Knead with forefinger and thumb at Dadun point for 36 times, and observe the reaction of patients' lower limbs. If the reaction is strong, it shows that the recovery function of the limbs is strong; On the contrary, it may take a little longer to see the effect.
Patients with stroke sequelae should adhere to rehabilitation training, including correct sitting, standing and walking posture, which is of great significance to improve the quality of life of patients and promote rehabilitation. Patients can stand with the help of family members or nurses and walk with the help of bed bars or crutches, which is conducive to the recovery of limb function.
Pay attention to a light diet, eat more fresh vegetables, eat less and eat more meals, don't be too full, and avoid spicy and flatulent food.
Stroke is really dangerous for the elderly, but there are ways to prevent it. Acupoints in traditional Chinese medicine are very particular, and the above content should be how to prevent stroke. Friends can have a look.