Can someone with lacunar infarct work?

Written by Tang Bo
Neurology
Updated on September 25, 2024
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In cases where a lacunar stroke is discovered, it might be because symptoms have appeared, prompting a check-up that identifies the lacunar stroke. Such situations require proactive treatment; it is necessary to go to the hospital to decide when the treatment should end, after which one can continue working. If, however, a lacunar stroke is found during a routine physical exam without any symptoms, it might have been present for a while without causing any symptoms. In this scenario, one can continue working. However, regardless of the situation, it is advisable to further investigate the blood vessels to check the overall status of the vasculature.

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Can someone with lacunar infarct work?

In cases where a lacunar stroke is discovered, it might be because symptoms have appeared, prompting a check-up that identifies the lacunar stroke. Such situations require proactive treatment; it is necessary to go to the hospital to decide when the treatment should end, after which one can continue working. If, however, a lacunar stroke is found during a routine physical exam without any symptoms, it might have been present for a while without causing any symptoms. In this scenario, one can continue working. However, regardless of the situation, it is advisable to further investigate the blood vessels to check the overall status of the vasculature.

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Written by Tang Bo
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Can lacunar infarction be treated?

Lacunar stroke is a type of cerebral infarction. It occurs due to long-term hypertension or other causes leading to arteriosclerosis in the small vessels inside the skull or other thrombus formations, leading to stroke. It is treatable, and the treatment is generally the same as for other types of strokes. Early on, depending on the patient’s condition, thrombolytic treatment can be chosen if it is within 4.5 hours from onset. However, if the symptoms are mild, the benefits and risks should be weighed. Treatment may also include antiplatelet therapy to improve circulation, lipid-lowering, and plaque stabilization. It is also necessary to tailor treatment to the individual patient and to further investigate whether there is significant narrowing of the vessels to guide prognosis.

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Written by Wang Li Bing
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How should aspirin be taken for cerebral infarction?

Aspirin should be taken for cerebral infarction. It can be used not only during the acute phase of cerebral infarction but also for secondary prevention treatment. If a patient suffers a cerebral infarction, thrombolytic interventional surgery can be conducted during the acute phase window. If the patient has missed the time for surgery, then choosing antiplatelet drugs like aspirin and clopidogrel, along with atorvastatin for lipid regulation and stabilizing plaques, is advisable. A follow-up CT should be done dynamically, and changes in the patient's consciousness and pupils should be monitored.

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Treatment of Cerebral Infarction

As society ages, the incidence of cerebral infarction is also increasingly higher, making rational treatment extremely important. Generally, the treatments for cerebral infarction include the following methods: The first point is intravenous thrombolysis, which is a very important treatment plan. If patients can reach the hospital within the thrombolysis time window and are assessed by a neurologist as having no contraindications, they can undergo intravenous thrombolysis treatment, from which many patients benefit. Second, with the advancement of medicine, some patients can also undergo interventional surgery for arterial thrombectomy. Third, the treatment for most patients mainly involves the use of antiplatelet drugs and statins. Additionally, medications that clear free radicals and protect brain cells are provided, along with scientifically-based rehabilitation training.

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A stroke belongs to the neurology department.

Stroke is generally categorized under neurology. When a stroke occurs, it is crucial to take the patient to the local hospital immediately for treatment assessed by a neurologist. Typically, during the acute phase, thrombolytic therapy is utilized for treatment if the conditions for surgery are met. If the thrombolysis window is missed, it is recommended to administer intravenous drips to the patient to nourish the brain, improve blood circulation, and provide nutrients to the nerves. It is important to monitor the patient’s condition, and during treatment, dynamic re-examination of the head CT or MRI is necessary to determine the location, extent, and severity of the stroke, and to timely adjust the treatment plan.