What should not be eaten in case of brainstem hemorrhage?

Written by Zhang Hui
Neurology
Updated on November 18, 2024
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Firstly, patients with brainstem hemorrhage should avoid eating foods that are difficult to digest. This is because these patients can easily develop acute gastric mucosal lesions, leading to decreased gastrointestinal function. If they consume harder foods, it could increase the burden on their digestive function, which is detrimental to recovery. Secondly, patients with brainstem hemorrhage should also avoid cold items, such as drinking cold beverages or eating ice cream, as these can easily cause diarrhea. Thirdly, patients with brainstem hemorrhage should not eat overly salty foods, such as pickles, salted meat, salted fish, and so on. These items can cause an increase in blood pressure, potentially exacerbating the brainstem hemorrhage. Fourthly, avoid overly greasy foods as they can increase blood lipids, which is also unfavorable for the recovery from a brainstem hemorrhage. Fifthly, patients with brainstem hemorrhage should not smoke or drink alcohol, as these have no beneficial effect on their condition and could instead accelerate the progression of the disease.

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The difference between brainstem hemorrhage and cerebral hemorrhage.

Cerebral hemorrhage refers to any bleeding caused by the rupture of cerebral blood vessels. Based on the location of the bleeding, there is hemorrhage in the cerebral lobes, thalamic hemorrhage, cerebellar hemorrhage, brainstem hemorrhage, and so on. Consequently, brainstem hemorrhage is a type of cerebral hemorrhage. Because the brainstem is the life center of humans, even a small amount of bleeding can lead to severe consequences, and may even cause death. Therefore, brainstem hemorrhage is one of the most dangerous types of cerebral hemorrhage and has a very high rate of mortality and disability in clinical settings.

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The chances of regaining consciousness after brainstem hemorrhage

The probability of awakening from brainstem hemorrhage is generally only about 30%-45%, which is relatively low. This is because the brainstem is the most important center for circulation and respiration in the human body, as well as the awakening center. Awakening can be divided into two stages: the first stage is being able to eat, drink, and defecate independently; the second stage is being able to communicate normally with others. However, patients with brainstem hemorrhage, due to severe damage, may not even reach the first stage, meaning they may not even survive, and reaching the second stage is even more difficult. Therefore, it is essential to clearly understand the specific circumstances at the time, as awakening is generally a very unlikely event.

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Is there any sensation before brainstem hemorrhage?

The most common cause of brainstem hemorrhage is generally hypertension. The mechanism by which hypertension causes bleeding is chronic long-term hypertension, leading to hyaline degeneration of the small arterial walls. Under the force of blood flow, these walls are prone to bulging, leading to the formation of microaneurysms. When blood pressure fluctuates sharply, especially when there is a significant increase, it can cause these microaneurysms to rupture, leading to bleeding. Thus, if there are noticeable symptoms before the hemorrhage, they are mostly due to a sudden increase in blood pressure. Patients often experience dizziness or headaches, sometimes along with blurred vision, and may be accompanied by nausea and vomiting, but most patients may not feel any abnormalities before the bleeding occurs.

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Is brainstem hemorrhage prone to recurrence?

Bleeding in the brainstem area, if not well controlled and treated, is very prone to recurrence. In most cases, considering that patients have underlying diseases such as hypertension and diabetes, and do not control their blood pressure and blood sugar well, resulting in prolonged high levels of blood pressure and blood sugar, such conditions can easily lead to the recurrence of brainstem hemorrhage. Therefore, it is recommended to monitor blood pressure in the morning and evening, take antihypertensive medications on time, and keep the patient's blood pressure within a relatively stable range. Additionally, it is suggested to follow a light diet, low in salt and fat, and to regularly revisit the local hospital for a thorough monitoring of the patient’s vital signs.

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Does brainstem hemorrhage easily recur?

The main cause of brainstem hemorrhage is hypertension, which can lead to hyalinization in the arteries that supply the brainstem, and even the formation of small aneurysms. Under the impact of blood flow, these are prone to rupture, leading to hemorrhage in the brainstem. This is the primary mechanism of onset for brainstem hemorrhage. If the brainstem hemorrhage is caused by hypertension, maintaining good control of blood pressure and keeping it below the ideal level of 140-90 mmHg can prevent frequent recurrence, so there is no need for excessive worry, but it is crucial to monitor blood pressure regularly. Additionally, brainstem hemorrhages can also be caused by other reasons, such as cavernous hemangiomas or arteriovenous malformations. If brainstem hemorrhage is caused by these diseases, and the abnormal vessels are not surgically removed, recurrence is likely. Removing these abnormal vessels can greatly reduce the likelihood of recurrent brainstem hemorrhages.