Patient's question:
Main symptoms: Dizziness, headacheOnset time: September 2009
Laboratory test results: White matter leukoencephalopathy
Doctor's answer:
Treatable. See a neurology department. Leukoencephalopathy is a demyelinating disease caused by diffuse cerebral ischemia, primarily affecting the subcortical arteriosclerotic leukoencephalopathy. Other primary conditions include obstructive hydrocephalus and encephalitis. Typical clinical manifestations include chronic progressive dementia, cumulative neurological dysfunction, and lacunar stroke-like recurrences. Cranial CT primarily shows hypodense shadows around the ventricles. Auditory brainstem response (ABR) testing can serve as a sensitive and objective indicator to detect brainstem dysfunction and subclinical lesions, serving as one of the means for early diagnosis of leukoencephalopathy. A significant number of leukoencephalopathy patients exhibit cognitive and behavioral impairments, such as apathy, reduced memory, judgment, and response abilities, as well as varying degrees of language and visual dysfunction. Here’s what to focus on:● Reading books, newspapers, listening to music, practicing calligraphy, playing chess, card games, engaging in small inventions and creations—these mentally stimulating activities can invigorate the brain and delay aging.
● Actively participating in social activities, maintaining close contact with the external environment, spending time in nature, and engaging in physical exercise within your capacity can improve central nervous system function, thereby promoting the metabolism of brain cells.
● A balanced diet to ensure the brain receives sufficient energy and rich nutrition, avoiding partiality to certain foods, extreme hunger or overeating, and consuming raw or excessively hot foods. Reduce the intake of aluminum-containing foods like vermicelli.
● A regular lifestyle, adequate sleep, and maintaining a positive mood while avoiding negative mental stress. Stay calm and composed in the face of external events.
● Avoid smoking and drinking strong alcohol, actively prevent and treat chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, and hyperlipidemia.
● Various foods that enhance memory:
- Cabbage: Rich in vitamin B, helps prevent brain fatigue.
- Soybeans: Contain lecithin and abundant protein; consuming soy or soy products in moderation daily can improve memory.
- Fresh fish: Packed with protein and calcium, especially unsaturated fatty acids that help break down cholesterol.
- Milk: Rich in protein and calcium, providing the brain with essential amino acids; daily consumption can boost brain vitality.
- Egg yolks: Contain nutrients like lecithin essential for brain cells, enhancing brain function.
- Black fungus: Rich in protein, fat, polysaccharides, minerals, and vitamins, making it an excellent brain supplement.
- Apricots: Abundant in vitamins A and C, effectively improving blood circulation and ensuring adequate brain blood supply, aiding memory enhancement.