Many people at sometime in their life, have to deal with a stroke and the various associated problems. If a person survives the stroke, it is not going to be easy to get through, but it is possible, especially with the right attitude, tools and support.
Some first signs of a stroke :-
* Sudden weakness in your arm, leg or hands.
* The impression that you are not able to feel one side of your face or body.
* Difficulty seeing or experienced temporarily blurriness in one eye.
* Difficulty walking or experiencing balancing problems.
* The worst headache of your life.
A stroke will typically occur when a blood vessel that directs oxygen and nutrients to the brain, bursts or is blocked by a blood clot or some other mass. This is thought of as a rupture or a blockage and part of the brain does not get the blood and hence, is starved of oxygen. This is a very dangerous time and therefore at the first signs of a stroke, you should call 911.
When there is not sufficient oxygen supplied, the nerve cells in the affected area of the brain are starved and cannot operate, and this means that the part of the body that they control does respond correctly either. There can be permanent damage to the brain cells, which do not regenerate or can be replaced.
Two types stroke. One is the Ischemic stroke that is cause by a blockage of the blood vessels. The other is called a hemorrhagic stroke and bleeding results from a rupture of the blood vessel. Bleeding strokes have a much higher death rate than those caused by clots.
The Ischemic stroke is the most common form. It occurs when a blood clot forms and blocks the flow in an artery bringing blood to part of the brain, as blood clots usually form in the arteries of the brain. This is called a cerebral thrombosis stroke and is most common first thing in the morning or at night.
A hemorrhagic stroke is a hemorrhage that occurs when a blood vessel on the brains surface ruptures and bleeds into the space between the brain and the skull. A cerebral hemorrhage is when a defective artery in the brain breaks and fills the surrounding tissue with blood.
When a blood vessel in the brain bursts, pressure from the escaping blood will compress part of the brain. If the person lives through this ordeal, the pressure will eventually subside and then the brain may regain some of its former function again. This why at the first signs of a stroke, it is so important to get medical treatment immediately and the help and that they need to recover and live through this devastating ordeal that can cause a great deal of permanent damage to a person's physical and mental well being.
Below are some of the emotional feelings that a person can experience during rehabilitation.
* Emotional stability, sudden laughing or crying
* Anxiety
* Grief at the loss of mobility
* Humiliation
* Depression
* Memory loss
* Confusion
Remember to have compassion and understanding when helping a stroke victim. This is the best way to get them back on track and keep them motivated for a fast recovery. You want to get them through the hard times and keep them ready for the better times that are coming.
Modern medicine and resources can save lives, if we get it quickly and are diligent to follow through with the many strategies and helps available.
Neil Baulch writes about various health topics. http://www.signsofastrokeinfo.com/
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