What are the symptoms of cerebral embolism?

Written by Liu Yan Hao
Neurology
Updated on September 03, 2024
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Brain embolism usually begins suddenly and develops rapidly, often reaching a peak in a very short time. This can cause patients to quickly become comatose or experience weakness in limbs on one side of the body, with some presenting with complete paralysis or speech impairments. These symptoms occur because a major blood vessel in the brain is blocked abruptly, leading to ischemia and tissue necrosis in the supplied area. Common sources of the emboli include plaques in the cervical arteries, where soft plaques can dislodge and form emboli that block cerebral vessels with the bloodstream. Alternatively, patients with atrial fibrillation may suffer from embolism when thrombi attached to the inner walls of the heart dislodge and block cerebral vessels through circulation. Brain embolism is generally a severe condition with a rapid onset.

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Can people with cerebral embolism eat mutton?

Patients with cerebral embolism can eat lamb, but should do so in moderation and not excessively. This is because a common cause of cerebral embolism is the formation of atherosclerotic plaques in the neck arteries, particularly soft plaques. When these soft plaques detach, they form an embolus that, carried by the bloodstream, can block cerebral vessels and cause a cerebral embolism. Thus, many of these patients often have hyperlipidemia, with a basis of arteriosclerosis and arterial plaques. Therefore, their diet should be low in salt and low in fat, and overall light. Foods that are overly greasy or high in fat should be avoided as much as possible, such as animal organs and fatty meats which are high in fat. Lamb can be eaten in proper amounts. Other dietary considerations include avoiding overly salty foods, as excessive salt intake can lead to increased blood pressure, further aggravating arteriosclerosis and arterial plaques, and leading to the onset of cerebral embolism.

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Guidelines for Thrombolytic Therapy for Cerebral Embolism

Cerebral embolism is a particularly dangerous type of ischemic cerebrovascular disease. Patients present with a very abrupt onset, typically with a history of atrial fibrillation. Acute onset rapidly leads to limb paralysis, and may also cause disturbances in consciousness and seizures, among other clinical manifestations. Current guidelines for thrombolytic treatment of cerebral embolism do not address extensive cerebral embolism, as thrombolysis in extensive cerebral embolism carries a certain risk of bleeding and is not generally advocated in clinical practice. Mainly, arterial thrombectomy treatment can be administered within an eight-hour window, which can provide significant therapeutic effects for some patients. Additionally, if the cerebral embolism is considered small and the patient's consciousness is relatively intact, intravenous thrombolytic treatment can be given. The time window for intravenous thrombolysis is generally within four and a half hours, so it is crucial to get to a hospital as quickly as possible in the event of a suspected cerebral embolism.

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What department should I go to for a cerebral embolism?

Brain embolism is a disease in the field of neurology, and one can consult a department of neurology for it. Patients with brain embolism often have a rapid onset, generally with a history of atrial fibrillation. Some thrombi attached to the heart dislodge into the cerebral arteries, causing brain embolism. Symptoms can rapidly develop, including limb paralysis and speech disorders. If the affected area in the brain is large, it may even lead to consciousness disorders and epileptic seizures. For the treatment of brain embolism, interventional thrombectomy can be performed, but there is a strict limitation on the timing window. It should be noted that patients with brain embolism have a high probability of transforming into cerebral hemorrhage, and caution must be exercised during treatment.

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Symptoms and manifestations of cerebral embolism

The so-called cerebral embolism primarily refers to the presence of abnormal substances in the arteries, which block the smaller arteries leading to arterial occlusion, causing severe cerebral ischemia and hypoxia, and resulting in the necrosis of brain tissue. It generally occurs in patients with atrial fibrillation, where atrial fibrillation can form larger emboli that detach from the heart and can easily cause cerebral embolism. The symptoms of the onset are very sudden and rapidly reach their peak. Patients may experience coma and consciousness disorders, fixed staring of the eyes, paralysis of limbs, numbness of limbs, and an inability to sense pain and temperature in the limbs. Additionally, some may experience epileptic seizures and urinary and fecal incontinence. Cerebral embolism is a very dangerous disease, and once these symptoms appear, it is crucial to seek hospital treatment as soon as possible.

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Can people with cerebral embolism eat pork?

Patients with cerebral embolism generally suffer from heart diseases. For example, myocardial infarction can cause mural thrombi or atrial fibrillation, leading to thrombi in the left atrial appendage. These thrombi may detach and enter the cerebral arteries, resulting in cerebral embolism. The onset is quite severe, with patients rapidly developing symptoms that quickly peak. Clinical manifestations may include speech impairment, limb paralysis, and numbness. In severe cases, due to extensive damage, patients may experience coma or even death. Patients with cerebral embolism can consume small amounts of pork, but it is advisable to eat mainly lean pork. Lean pork contains some protein and B vitamins, which are beneficial for brain recovery. It is not advisable to eat fatty parts, as they can increase blood lipids and lead to arteriosclerosis.