How to tell if you are prone to cerebral infarction

Cerebral infarction is a series of neurological dysfunctions caused by atherosclerosis leading to narrowing and occlusion of blood vessels, resulting in ischemia and necrosis of the corresponding blood supply area. If you want to know if you have predisposing factors, you need to know your lifestyle habits and family history.

1. Age: middle-aged and elderly people over 40 years old are the high-incidence group;

2. Gender: males are higher than females;

3. History of hypertension: those with long-term poor blood pressure control or no standardized treatment have an increased risk of disease;

4. History of diabetes: this disease can be induced when the blood glucose level continues to rise and cannot be well controlled;

5. Smoking and alcoholism: The nicotine and alcohol in tobacco will accelerate the blood flow rate, so that the blood vessel wall is damaged, which causes the disease;

6. Obesity: Excess weight will lead to fat accumulation in the body, affecting blood circulation and metabolism, and then forming plaque to block blood vessels;

7. Dyslipidemia: high cholesterol and triglycerides may lead to damage to the intima of blood vessels, promote lipid deposition and cause narrowing or even blockage of the lumen;

8. Other risk factors: heart problems such as atrial fibrillation can also be used as one of the triggers; Factors such as mood swings and lack of exercise can also affect the normal functioning of the body, and such situations should be actively avoided.

If you suspect that you have any of the above risk factors, please seek medical attention to confirm the diagnosis and take appropriate precautions according to your doctor's recommendations.For patients who have been diagnosed with this disease, they should pay attention to dietary regulation in daily life, minimize the intake of greasy food, appropriately supplement vitamin-rich foods, maintain a good attitude, and regularly review and monitor the changes in their condition.