Patient's question:
My relative is 50 years old this year. A few days ago, he suddenly fainted at home. After treatment, he was diagnosed with a cerebral infarction. What is the definition of a cerebral infarction?Doctor's answer:
The definition of cerebral infarction is that due to acute traffic inconvenience of intracranial blood vessels, the blood supply to the distal vessels is insufficient. The additional brain cells are choked by cerebral edema, leading to purulent edema, which in turn causes corresponding neurological symptoms. It is a general term for ischemic stroke and generally includes various cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. It is relatively severe, so timely treatment is crucial. If the infarcted area is exactly related to advanced brain function, ataxia, balance sensation, it is generally necessary to diagnose promptly and provide targeted treatment, because severe cases may have the risk of sudden death or shock. Cerebral infarction requires timely hospitalization. It is recommended to combine thrombolysis, vasodilation, vascular nutrition drugs, and careful observation for treatment. Combining traditional Chinese medicine regulation is also a good option.