With the deepening trend of aging, cerebral hemorrhage has become a critical illness with a high incidence rate. Related studies have found that cerebral hemorrhage accounts for about 20% of all disease deaths in China each year, posing a strong threat to human life safety and health. Now epidemiological investigation and research have found that the incidence rate of cerebral hemorrhage in the north is higher than that in the south, and the incidence rate of male is higher than that of female. In recent years, due to the improvement of people's material conditions and other factors, the incidence rate of basic diseases such as hyperlipidemia, diabetes and hypertension has continued to rise. In addition, some people do not pay attention to blood pressure control, which makes the incidence of cerebral hemorrhage also rise.
1、 What is cerebral hemorrhage?
Cerebral hemorrhage refers to the hemorrhage caused by the rupture of blood vessels in the non traumatic brain parenchyma, accounting for 20% -30% of all strokes, and the mortality rate in the acute phase is 30% -40%. The causes of cerebral hemorrhage are mainly related to cerebrovascular diseases, that is, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, hypertension, vascular aging, smoking, etc. Patients with cerebral hemorrhage often experience sudden onset of symptoms due to emotional excitement, intense activity, heavy physical labor, and forceful bowel movements. The main symptoms include headache, nausea and vomiting, unclear speech or aphasia, limb hemiplegia, and unclear consciousness. The early mortality rate is high, and most survivors have varying degrees of motor disorders, cognitive disorders, speech and swallowing disorders, which affect their ability to live. Nowadays, many elderly people die from cerebral hemorrhage. In order to reduce the mortality rate of patients and improve their living ability, family members must learn some first aid and preventive measures.
2、 How to prevent cerebral hemorrhage?
1. Keep warm: Winter is a high-risk season for cerebral hemorrhage, as elderly people's blood vessels contract and blood pressure increases during cold weather, thereby increasing the probability of cerebral hemorrhage. Elderly people should do a good job of keeping warm in winter, wear more clothes, and try not to do morning exercises in winter.
2. Fall prevention: The frequency of falls in the elderly increases with age and osteoporosis. Falls can be fatal for the elderly, ranging from minor fractures to severe cerebral hemorrhage. The occurrence of cerebral hemorrhage is related to the fragility of blood vessel walls in elderly people, which can easily lead to intracranial vascular rupture. Therefore, walking should be careful in daily life, especially when the ground is relatively smooth. Older people should choose a comfortable pair of shoes, which can effectively prevent falls. Elderly people with limited mobility should pay attention to using crutches or walking aids when walking, and their families should take good care of them.
3. Pay attention to blood pressure: Elderly people with high blood pressure need to monitor their blood pressure every day, record blood pressure values in a timely manner, pay attention to changes in blood pressure, take medication regularly, and take antihypertensive drugs for a long time. Hypertensive patients should not stop taking medication at will just because their blood pressure is within the normal range. If their blood pressure is too high or too low, they should consult relevant doctors in a timely manner.
4. Good lifestyle habits: As people age, their demand for food gradually increases, and low salt, low-fat, and low sugar have become the dietary requirements for the elderly. Adjust the diet structure, pay attention to diversified nutrition, eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, and eat moderate amounts of fish, eggs, lean meat, etc. Some elderly people enjoy drinking and smoking, but both can cause blood vessels to constrict, raise blood pressure, accelerate arteriosclerosis, and increase the risk of cerebral hemorrhage after heavy drinking. So elderly people should be aware of the harm of smoking and alcohol to their bodies and gradually quit smoking and drinking.
5. Maintain emotional stability: The occurrence of hypertension is significantly related to mental state. Emotional mutations, mental conflicts, etc. can cause sympathetic nervous system excitation, leading to vasoconstriction and other autonomic nervous responses, which may lead to cerebral hemorrhage. Older people should maintain a stable mood, avoid emotional excitement, and learn to "let go" of household chores.
As we enter the cold winter season, key populations such as hypertension patients, the elderly, and tobacco and alcohol addicts should pay special attention! If you want to reduce the occurrence of cerebral hemorrhage in daily life, you need to actively control blood pressure, maintain smooth bowel movements, avoid excessive alcohol and smoking, avoid fatigue, emotional excitement, and forceful bowel movements. Pay attention to the prevention of cerebral hemorrhage in daily life in order to reduce its occurrence and maintain good health.