A series of tests Prevent Stroke Early
Stroke can occur in anyone, especially those with risk factors. Early prevention would be the best way. Efforts can be done through a series of tests.
Stroke, the medical term known cerebrovascular disease is a condition where the attack occurred in brain tissue. The attack occurred due to blockage, constriction, or rupture of blood vessels resulting in impaired function (reduction of blood flow and oxygen) into the nerve center of this.
Stroke appear suddenly; in seconds or minutes so that it can happen to anyone, anytime. Stroke not only cause temporary symptoms, but also can cause permanent damage.
Prevent a stroke at an early stage by recognizing risk factors. Some risk factors, such as age above 50 years, obesity, cholesterol, diabetes, high blood pressure, and lack of exercise. If you have risk factors as described, in general, the doctor will advise on how to reduce risk factors for stroke.
"Regular medical checkups are useful to detect and treat high blood pressure, diabetes mellitus, high cholesterol, and heart disease. Fataknya, implementing a healthy lifestyle, regular exercise, reducing stress, and quitting smoking will help prevent the occurrence of stroke," explains Dr. Keith Goh, Consultant Neurosurgeon at Neuro Associates International, Novena Medical Centre, Singapore.
Meanwhile, tests such as Computerized Tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is some effort to see the signs of stroke in the brain. Often times, the doctor also will ask for an angiogram, such as CT angiogram or MR-angiogram to study the blood vessels, and / or perfusion scan to assess the patterns of blood flow.
Various blood tests will also be required to assess the overall risk of stroke. Sometimes, the drug should be given, such as antiplatelet or anticoagulant to prevent blood vessel blockage. And if there are blood vessel abnormalities that can cause bleeding in the brain, then surgery may be needed.
"Everyone has some stroke risk. Although there are several factors that can not be controlled, regular medical examinations and early detection can help reduce the severity of the condition of stroke such as brain damage or even death," he said.
A series of tests Prevent Stroke Early
