Infarct stroke or known as cerebral infarction is a condition of tissue damage in the brain due to insufficient supply of oxygen, due to inhibition of blood flow to the area.
Infarction stroke is also referred to as ischemic stroke or non-hemorrhagic stroke, because different from hemorrhagic stroke , infarction stroke does not occur bleeding. Not only the elderly (elderly) who are at risk of stroke infarction. Research shows, infarct stroke can even occur at a young age of about 15-55 years, especially with certain risk factors, such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, smoking and long-term alcohol consumption.
Recognizing Storke Infarction Symptoms
Stroke is a medical emergency, so the need for fast and precise handling. Early treatment measures in infarction stroke can minimize brain damage and potential complications.
Beware of signs and symptoms of stroke, so that if symptoms appear can be immediately checked into a doctor or emergency room in the hospital. The following are some of the symptoms / signs that may signal you may have a stroke:
- Weakness, paralysis, numbness of the face, arms, or legs
These complaints generally appear suddenly, and can be realized when the difficulty to move one side of the body. For example, one hand is not able to hold tight, or can not do symmetrical facial expression. - Difficulty speaking and understanding other people's utterances
You may experience confusion digesting your own words or difficulty understanding other people's utterances. - Impaired vision on one or both eyes
Suddenly your vision is blurred or blurred on one or both eyes, which lasts longer. - Difficulty walking
You may experience sudden dizziness, resulting in loss of balance or loss of coordination when walking. - Severe sudden headache without any known cause
Sudden and severe headaches, which may be accompanied by vomiting, dizziness or decreased consciousness, may indicate that you are having a stroke.
Efforts to Prevent Stroke Infarction
Stroke infarction can be prevented as early as possible. How to prevent stroke is almost the same as the prevention of heart disease, because both depend on the health conditions of blood vessels.
Some of the precautions are as follows:
- Eating fruits and vegetables
Consumption of fruit or vegetables at least five servings each day, to reduce the risk of stroke. In addition to vegetables and fruits, it is advisable to consume whole grain products, nuts and seeds.
- Maintain a healthy weight
One of the dangers of being overweight is that it can increase various risk factors for stroke, such as high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes.
- Limiting foods high in cholesterol and saturated fats
Restricting these foods, can reduce the buildup of fat or plaque on your arteries.Consult a doctor if it is difficult to lower cholesterol levels only through diet .
- Controlling high blood pressure (hypertension)
One of the most important things you can do to reduce your risk of stroke is to keep your blood pressure normal . If you have had a stroke, then try to keep your blood pressure stable to prevent subsequent stroke.
Besides that is not less important is you must be diligent exercise , manage stress well, avoid the use of drugs, and quit smoking. If symptoms of infarct stroke occur, then immediately consult your doctor for treatment and medical treatment as soon as possible.
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