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Stroke – Early Warning Signs - Risk Factor - Rehab - Treatment
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Stroke is a cerebrovascular accident that occurs when blood supply to a part of the brain is disrupted leading to brain cell death. When blood supply to the brain is compromised, it experiences a shortage of oxygen and glucose.  Typically there are two types of stroke-Ischemic and Hemorrhagic. The former is the most prevalent type (88%) and occurs due to a clot in an artery supplying blood to the brain. The latter (12%) is caused by a leak in a blood vessel supplying the brain. This results in profuse bleeding inside the brain. Early warning signs of stoke are important to recognize as they are often missed. These include - 1. Sudden weakness of -  facial muscles Arm Legs2. Sudden difficulty with speech 3. Sudden loss of vision 4. Loss of co-ordination 5. Sudden, severe headache for no apparent reason 6. Unexplained dizziness Every second is important and seeking help early can prevent permanent damage from occurring. Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) also known as "mini stroke" results from a temporary cessation of blood supply to a limited part of the brain. This results in a short –term neurologic dysfunction that lasts for, approximately, less than 24 hours. If the symptoms exceed the cut- off time the episode is classified as a stroke. In the United States, stroke is the third largest cause of death after cardiovascular diseases and cancer. There is a lot of money being spent in taking care of stroke patients. Indian Council of Medical Research estimates that by 2015, India will report 1.6 million cases of stroke every year and WHO warns that by 2050, 80% stroke cases in the world would come mainly from India and China and will occur among lower and middle income groups. An estimates in 2004 showed that there were 9.3 lakh cases of stroke and 6.4 lakh deaths due to stroke in India and most belonged to age group below 45 years. It was also estimated that if deaths and disability were counted together, then India lost 63 lakh of disability-adjusted life years in 2004. If the stroke patient is 50 years or above, age-related factors such as hypertension, increased cholesterol and diabetes are suspected to be the triggers. If the patient is young, a genetic predisposition to the condition may be considered. Typically the early signs of stroke are weakness, tingling sensation, slurred speech, abnormal gait, an inability to balance and difficulty in swallowing. The ultimate blow is the paralysis that sets in on one side of the body. A person who has suffered a suspected stroke must get emergency medical aid. Administering clot-busting drugs, like the TPA, can minimize complications, but it requires that the drug be administered without delay. Stroke often debilitates the sufferer, if they have succeeded in surviving it. The quality of life is often compromised in these patients. Some escape with minor abnormalities, like slurred speech or mild facial deformity. It is not surprising that many of them suffer from depression. Rehabilitation of the stroke patients may not be at its best in home surroundings and may require specialized attention.
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Latest Publication and Research on Stroke - Updated on 04/18/2013.
Interplay of Biomechanical, Energetic, Coordinative, and Muscular Factors in a 200?m Front Crawl Swim. - Published by PubMed
Role of endothelial soluble epoxide hydrolase in cerebrovascular function and ischemic injury. - Published by PubMed
DNA Isolation Method Is a Source of Global DNA Methylation Variability Measured with LUMA. Experimental Analysis and a Systematic Review. - Published by PubMed
Effect of Iron Chelators on Methemoglobin and Thrombin Preconditioning. - Published by PubMed
A Review of the Use of Angiotensin Receptor Blockers for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Events in Patients with Essential Hypertension Without Compelling Indications (May). - Published by PubMed
Interplay of Biomechanical, Energetic, Coordinative, and Muscular Factors in a 200?m Front Crawl Swim. - Published by PubMed
Role of endothelial soluble epoxide hydrolase in cerebrovascular function and ischemic injury. - Published by PubMed
DNA Isolation Method Is a Source of Global DNA Methylation Variability Measured with LUMA. Experimental Analysis and a Systematic Review. - Published by PubMed
Effect of Iron Chelators on Methemoglobin and Thrombin Preconditioning. - Published by PubMed
A Review of the Use of Angiotensin Receptor Blockers for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Events in Patients with Essential Hypertension Without Compelling Indications (May). - Published by PubMed
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Posted by:
chucklechuck
Posted on: 05/07/2013 Emergency firs aid
1]If you suspect stroke, call emergency medical help
2 put the patient in a well ventilated area the he/she can breath
2) let the patient sit/lay down with his/her head above its heart
3) pour cold water or immediately to the patient's head so as to normalize the high temperature in his/her brain.
4) if the patient still can respond, let the patient drink a glass of cold water every minute or two.
5) let the patient to urinate [even in his/her place) to release the liquid from his/her body , this is very important because as the patient's adds water to his/her body, water must also be release by urinating, so as to neutralize the pressurize/sticky blood.
6). do this until the emegency crew arrive.
note 1: this is in no way replaces a known common medical practice, i just post this knowledge because i want to share and help other people that seek a very quick responds when an emergency occur. If you have doubt, please seek a medical doctor or personnel and other expert people about this topic. i am not liable to any further damage or loss of life if you follow this advice.
note 2: always remember that healthy lifestyle and prevention is better than cure
note 3 guiding principle : 1) water = neutralizer, 2) cold water = normalizes high temperature and pressure
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suzane_fadrik
Posted on: 12/03/2010 A stroke can cause impaired or the damaged vision, paralysis on one side of the body, memory loss, language problems and a quick, inquisitive behaviour. confusion, speaking or understanding problem, trouble seeing in one or both eyes, trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination, severe headache with no known cause, these all are the common signs of a stroke.
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