Are you at risk of Ischemic Stroke? Symptoms, Prevention Tips, and Treatment - 3D Guide

An Ischemic Stroke occurs when a vessel supplying blood to the brain is obstructed. It accounts for about 87% of all strokes.
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Ischemic Stroke
Ischemic Stroke, the most common type of stroke, occurs when the blood flow to a part of the brain is disrupted.
This causes brain cells to deprive of blood and die.
The brain receives blood via two major pairs of arteries which branch throughout brain tissue
These arteries supply the brain cells with oxygen, glucose, and nutrients vital for their functions.

Causes
Atherosclerosis, that narrows the arteries and reduces blood flow to the brain
A blood clot that forms in another part of the body.
A piece of plaque that clogs the arteries, break loose into the bloodstream, and forms a blood clot

Types
Thrombotic Stroke:
This results from a blood clot, or thrombus that forms inside an artery supplying blood to the brain.
Embolic Stroke:
This occurs when a blood clot or embolus travels from anywhere in the body to the brain and blocks a blood vessel.

Symptoms
The symptoms happen suddenly and may include:
Numbness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body
Confusion
Trouble speaking
Trouble seeing in one or both eyes
Loss of balance
Dizziness, loss of balance or coordination
Severe headache with no known cause

Risk Factors
Smoking
High Blood Pressure
Diabetes
Atherosclerosis
High Cholesterol
Sedentary Lifestyle
Overweight or obese
Family History
Old Age
Atrial Fibrillation

Treatment
Prompt treatment is vital to minimize brain damage and improve outcomes
Treatment options may include
Clot-Busting Medication
Endovascular Mechanical Thrombectomy


Prevention Tips
Do regular exercise
Avoid smoke
Avoid alcohol
Limit sodium intake
Eat a healthy diet
Manage body weight
Manage stress
Get enough sleep
Get regular check-ups

Speak to your doctor for more information on Ischemic Stroke
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TimeStamps
0:00 - Introduction to Ischemic Stroke
0:22 - Causes of Ischemic Stroke
0:42 - Types of Ischemic Stroke
0:54 - Symptoms of Ischemic Stroke
1:06 - Risk factors of Ischemic Stroke
1:26 - Treatment of Ischemic Stroke
1:37 - Prevention Tips of Ischemic Stroke
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