Stroke

Symptoms: Sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body, Sudden confusion, trouble speaking, or difficulty understanding speech, Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes, Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance, or lack of coordination, Sudden severe headache with no known cause.

Medicines: Local Name: Sying Shmoh Kynthei, Sying Shmoh Shynrang, Kynshiang iong, Kynshiang saw, Kynshiang lieh, Thied Tluh, Jyrmi iwtung, Soh Krot,Jyrmi jenru um+Soh shun, Phan prah, Soh Korok, Bat jem, Syntu lyngngot

Definition:

A stroke, sometimes called a brain attack, occurs when something blocks blood supply to part of the brain or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. In either case, parts of the brain become damaged or die. A stroke can cause lasting brain damage, long-term disability, or even death. The brain controls our movements, stores our memories, and is the source of our thoughts, emotions, and language. The brain also controls many functions of the body, like breathing and digestion.

To work properly, your brain needs oxygen. Your arteries deliver oxygen-rich blood to all parts of your brain. If something happens to block the flow of blood, brain cells start to die within minutes, because they can’t get oxygen. This causes a stroke.

Types of Stroke

There are two types of stroke:

Ischemic stroke- A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is sometimes called a “mini-stroke.” It is different from the major types of stroke, because blood flow to the brain is blocked for only a short time usually no more than 5 minutes. Most strokes are ischemic strokes. An ischemic stroke occurs when blood clots or other particles block the blood vessels to the brain. Fatty deposits called plaque can also cause blockages by building up in the blood vessels.

Hemorrhagic stroke- A hemorrhagic stroke happens when an artery in the brain leaks blood or ruptures (breaks open). The leaked blood puts too much pressure on brain cells, which damages them. High blood pressure and aneurysms balloon-like bulges in an artery that can stretch and burst are examples of conditions that can cause a hemorrhagic stroke.

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