how to prevent a stroke. an in-depth explanation of stokes by maida rana
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History of Strokes – Hippocrates – father of medicine recognised a stoke over 2,400 years ago – Doctors had little knowledge of anatomy and function of the brain, the cause of a stroke, or how to treat it. – In mid-1600’s Jacob Wepfer found that patients who died with apoplexy had bleeding in the brain. – He also discovered that bleeding that blockage in one of the brain blood vessels could cause apoplexyTRANSCRIPT
How to prevent a
STROKE.
An in-depth explanation of stokes by Maida Rana
Introduction (Description)
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A stroke occurs from the death of the brain cells when the brain stops receiving blood flow. A stroke is a common disease in Australia, the main three types of stokes are; Ischemic Stroke (caused by blood clots), Haemorrhagic stroke (caused by ruptured blood vessels that cause brain bleeding) and a mini stroke caused by temporary blood clot). All of these three different types of strokes are equally bad.
History of Strokes
– Hippocrates – father of medicine recognised a stoke over 2,400 years ago
– Doctors had little knowledge of anatomy and function of the brain, the cause of a stroke, or how to treat it.
– In mid-1600’s Jacob Wepfer found that patients who died with apoplexy had bleeding in the brain.
– He also discovered that bleeding that blockage in one of the brain blood vessels could cause apoplexy
Cause of a Stroke
Strokes can be caused by a blocked artery or the leaking or bursting of blood vessel. Many people experience a temporary disruption of blood flow to their brain.
Side effects of Strokes
If a stroke were to be occurred on the left side of the brain, the right side of the body would be affected.
Treatment (Local Area)
– Norwest Private Hospital
– The Hills Clinic
– The Hills Community Health Centre
– Winston Hills medical Centre
– Norwest General Practice
How to Prevent a Stroke
– Overview the risk on getting the disease and identify the issue
– Reduce you risk by preventing to do the things which cause a stroke and fixing you lifestyle (if necessary)
– Recognise the symptoms of a stroke and help save lives.
Facts
– High blood pressure, atrial fibrillation, high cholesterol, diabetes and circulation problems are all or medical risk factors for stroke.
– Eating habits and your physical activity is a stroke risk
References
– http://www.healthline.com/health-slideshow/types-strokes
– http://www.healthline.com/health/stroke/history-of-stroke
– http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/stroke/symptoms-causes/dxc-20117265
– http://www.stroke.org/understand-stroke/preventing-stroke