Brain Stroke (బ్రెయిన్ స్ట్రోక్ ) - Treatment & Prevention | Dr. R.N komal Kumar, Sr Neurologist | T-SAT Health
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A stroke, also known as a “brain attack,” occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted or reduced, leading to brain tissue damage due to a lack of oxygen and nutrients. There are two main types of stroke:
Ischemic Stroke:
This type of stroke occurs when there is an obstruction in the blood flow to the influenza aviaria brain. It can be caused by a thrombus (blood clot) or an embolism (a clot that travels from another part of the body). Timely treatment is crucial to save brain cells and reverse damage. Medications like plasminogen activator (tPA) can help uk electric van mot changes dissolve clots and reopen arteries. Aspirin and clopidogrel are also used as anticoagulants
Hemorrhagic Stroke:
Hemorrhagic stroke results from sidney crosby iihf world championship bleeding within the brain. Surgery is often recommended to address the bleeding. Procedures like aneurysm clipping (for treating balloon-like bulges in artery walls) and coil embolization (for aneurysms causing hemorrhagic stroke) may be performed1.
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Risk Factors for Stroke:
Overweight
Sedentary lifestyle
Binge drinking
Diabetes
Smoking
High blood pressure
High cholesterol
Family history of stroke
Cardiovascular diseases
Age (people above 55 are at higher risk)
Gender (men are at higher risk than women)
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Complications of Stroke:
Paralysis or loss of muscle movement
Difficulty in talking or swallowing
Memory loss or thinking difficulties
Emotional problems (such as depression)
Changes in behavior and self-care ability
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Prevention Strategies:
Maintain a healthy diet with reduced cholesterol and saturated fat.
Control diabetes and monitor blood pressure.
Avoid illicit drugs.
Exercise regularly (consult your doctor first).
Quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption1.
