What should be paid attention to in the diet for cerebral infarction?

Written by Gao Yi Shen

Neurosurgery

Updated on October 22, 2024

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There are many dietary considerations for patients with cerebral infarction:

The first point is to definitely eliminate some unhealthy eating habits, including smoking, drinking alcohol, consuming large amounts of meat, binge eating, sitting for long periods, and not exercising, among other things. Improving these bad habits can greatly help in reducing the recurrence of cerebral infarction.

The second point is to adopt a diet low in salt and fat and high in protein. It is essential to avoid greasy and pickled foods on a regular basis to also reduce the recurrence of cerebral infarction.

The third point is to eat more green leafy vegetables on a daily basis, especially those that are local and seasonal. If blood sugar levels are stable, increasing the consumption of fruits can also enhance the body's resistance and reduce the recurrence of cerebral infarction.

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Can a cerebral infarction be cured?

Stroke is the most common cerebrovascular disease. It occurs when the arteries supplying blood to the brain become blocked, leading to ischemic necrosis of the brain tissue in that region. This results in a series of neurological deficits. Theoretically, once a stroke has occurred, it cannot be completely cured because brain cells are non-regenerative. Once they die, they cannot be revived, and the function of the neurons in that area is completely lost. However, the significance of acute phase treatment lies in the rescue of the ischemic penumbra. The function of these cells can be restored after treatment, and thereafter, they may compensate for the function of the central necrotic area. Thus, patients who receive treatment may regain some neurological functions. Another condition is that the patient must be brought to the hospital within 4.5 hours of the onset of symptoms. If there are no clear contraindications, RT-PA intravenous thrombolytic treatment can be administered. The success rate of this thrombolysis is relatively high, and about 30% of patients may be fully cured without any sequelae.

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Stroke treatment methods

For patients who suffer a stroke, it is crucial to immediately transport them to the nearest local hospital. At the emergency room of the local hospital, a cranial CT scan or MRI should be conducted to confirm the presence of a stroke, as well as to determine its exact range and severity. If there is an acute indication for surgery, thrombolytic therapy is recommended. If the optimal time window for thrombolysis has passed, it is advisable to use medications that invigorate the brain, improve blood flow to remove stasis, nourish the nerves, and enhance microcirculation in the brain tissue. This can effectively help improve the conditions of ischemia and hypoxia in the brain nerves. Furthermore, further treatment should be adjusted based on the patient’s condition. During treatment, attention should be paid to the prevention and treatment of various complications or comorbidities, such as pulmonary infections, urinary tract infections, hypoproteinemia, deep vein thrombosis, etc.

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Methods of Cerebral Infarction

There are many methods for treating cerebral infarction, but it is essential to make judgments based on the situation, as each patient's condition is different and requires different treatment approaches. For patients with acute cerebral infarction, treatments such as emergency thrombolysis or thrombectomy can be undertaken. For chronic cerebral infarction, initially, medical treatment is applied, including managing blood pressure, lowering blood lipids, stabilizing blood sugar levels, quitting smoking and alcohol, etc. Subsequently, this includes the oral administration of antiplatelet aggregation medications, which can effectively reduce the recurrence of cerebral infarction. Finally, corresponding surgical treatments are considered, including endarterectomy, superficial temporal artery to middle cerebral artery anastomosis, and appropriate stent implantation surgeries, depending on the specific characteristics. (Specific medications should be administered under the guidance of a physician.)

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Brain infarction belongs to which department?

Brain infarction is usually classified as a neurology disease. Patients with brain infarction often exhibit clear symptoms of headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and significant swallowing dysfunction, leading to coughing while drinking. Some patients may also experience facial nerve paralysis to some extent, manifesting as unclear speech, difficulty speaking, and articulation disorders. When the aforementioned clinical symptoms occur, the possibility of brain infarction is considered high. Performing a cranial MRI scan for patients can help determine the specific location, number, and severity of the infarction. Generally, it is recommended to treat patients with brain infarction during the acute phase with drugs that enhance brain function, nourish the nerves, and promote blood circulation to remove blood stasis, and many patients can achieve satisfactory treatment results. (Specific medications should be used under the guidance of a physician.)

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Symptoms of cerebral infarction

For patients with cerebral infarction, during the acute phase, they typically exhibit clear symptoms of headache, dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. Patients may experience slurred speech, difficulty speaking, and obvious articulation disorders. Additionally, some patients may develop facial nerve paralysis, deviation of the mouth to one side, drooling, and often exhibit clinical signs such as a shallower nasolabial fold and disappearance of forehead wrinkles. Furthermore, some patients may also experience dysphagia, manifested by coughing when drinking water, and may be accompanied by aphasia or motor dysfunction, primarily presenting as motor aphasia, mixed aphasia, anomic aphasia, and resulting unilateral limb paralysis.