The answer is not far fetch According to America stroke association :
A stroke is a "brain attack". It can happen to anyone at any time. It occurs when blood flow to an area of brain is cut off. When this happens, brain cells are deprived of oxygen and begin to die. When brain cells die during a stroke, abilities controlled by that area of the brain such as memory and muscle control are lost.
How a person is affected by their stroke depends on where the stroke occurs in the brain and how much the brain is damaged. For example, someone who had a small stroke may only have minor problems such as temporary weakness of an arm or leg. People who have larger strokes may be permanently paralyzed on one side of their body or lose their ability to speak. Some people recover completely from strokes, but more than 2/3 of survivors will have some type of disability.
The information produce by medical news today on stroke, written by James McIntosh I find it highly convincing that it break down what a stroke is to the level of comprehension of any body in any sphere of life. As a result I will adopt some of his explanation as mine before I proceed to explain the herbal remedies available to cure different type of stroke.
Strokes occur due to problems with the blood supply to the brain: either the blood supply is blocked or a blood vessel within the brain ruptures, causing brain tissue to die. A stroke is a medical emergency, and treatment must be sought as quickly as possible.
There are three main kinds of stroke:
Ischemic strokes
Hemorrhagic strokes
Transient ischemic attacks(TIAs), also referred to as mini-stroke.
Fast facts on stroke
Here are some key points about stroke. More detail and supporting information is in the main article.During a stroke, the brain does not receive enough oxygen or nutrients, causing brain cells to die.
There are three main kinds of stroke: ischemic strokes, hemorrhagic strokes and transient ischemic attacks.
Ischemic strokes are caused bya narrowing or blocking of arteries to the brain.
Hemorrhagic strokes are caused by blood vessels in and around the brain bursting or leaking.
Strokes need to be diagnosed and treated as quickly as possible in order to minimize brain damage.
Remembering the F.A.S.T. acronym can help with recognizing the onset of stroke (Face, Arms, Speed, Time - explained below).
Treatment depends on the type of stroke.
Ischemic strokes can be treated with 'clot-busting' drugs.
Hemorrhagic strokes can be treated with surgery to repair orblock blood vessel weaknesses.
The most effective way to prevent strokes is through maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
What is stroke?
Stroke occurs when the supply of blood to the brain is either interrupted or reduced. When this happens, the brain does not get enough oxygen or nutrients which causes brain cells to die.
Strokes occur due to problems with the blood supply to the brain; either the blood supply is blocked or a bloodvessel within the brain ruptures.
There are three main kinds of stroke; ischemic, hemorrhagic and TIA. This article will focus on ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, as there isa separate Knowledge Center article for TIAs, which goes into specific detail about them.
In the US, approximately 40% of stroke deaths are in males, with 60% in females. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), compared to white people, black people have nearly twice the risk of a first-ever stroke and a much higher death rate from stroke.3In 2009, stroke was listed as the underlying cause of death in 128,842 persons in the US, resulting in an age-adjusted rate of 38.9 deaths per 100,000 population.The rate was almost twice as high among non-Hispanic blacks (73.6 per 100,000), andthe rate of premature death from stroke was also higher among non-Hispanic blacks than their white counterparts (25.0 versus 10.2).17
Stroke is also more likely to affect people if they are overweight, aged 55 or older, have a personal or family history of stroke, do not exercise much, drink heavily, smoke or use illicit drugs.
What causes stroke?
The different forms of stroke have different specific causes
Ischemic stroke
Ischemic stroke is the most common form of stroke, accounting for around 85% of strokes. This type of stroke is caused by blockages or narrowing of the arteries that provide blood to the brain, resulting in ischemia - severely reduced blood flow.
These blockages are often caused by blood clots, which can form either in the arteries connecting to the brain, or in other blood vessels before being swept through the bloodstream and into narrower arteries within the brain. Clots can be caused by fatty deposits within the arteries called plaque.
Hemorrhagic stroke
Hemorrhagic stroke are caused by arteries in the brain either leaking blood or bursting open. The leaked blood puts pressure on brain cells and damages them. Blood vessels can burst or spill blood in the middle of the brain or near the surface of the brain, sending blood into the space between the brain and the skull.
The ruptures can be caused by conditions such ashypertension, trauma, blood-thinning medications andaneurysms(weaknesses in blood vessel walls).
Intracerebral hemorrhage is the most common type of hemorrhagic stroke and occurs when brain tissue is flooded with blood after an artery in the brain bursts. Subarachnoid hemorrhage is the second type of hemorrhagic stroke and is less common. In this type of stroke, bleeding occurs in the subarachnoid space - the areabetween the brain and the thin tissues that cover it.
Transient ischemic attack (TIA)
TIAs are different from the aforementioned kinds of stroke because the flow of blood tothe brain is only briefly interrupted. TIAs aresimilar to ischemic strokes in that they are often caused by blood clots or other debris.TIAs should be regarded as medical emergencies just like the other kinds of stroke, even if the blockage of the artery is temporary. They serve as warning signs for future strokes and indicate that there is a partially blocked artery or clot source in the heart.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over a third of people who experience a TIA go on to have a major stroke within a year if they have not received any treatment. Between 10-15% will have a major stroke within 3 months of a TIA.
Recent developments on stroke causes from MNT news
Poor thinking skills linked to greater riskof heart attack, strokeIndividuals with poor executive function - a set of thinking skills related to planning, problem-solving and reasoning - may be at greater risk of heart attack and stroke, according to a new study published in the journalNeurology.
Longer working hours linked to greater stroke risk workaholics may be jeopardizing their health after a new study reveals working 55 hours or more per week may lead to 33% greater risk of stroke.
Stroke risk for older men who take alpha-blockersAlpha-blockers are used to treat a variety of conditions, includinghigh blood pressure,Raynaud'sdisease and to improve urine flow in older men with enlarged prostates. Now, a new study suggests there is a higher risk of ischemic stroke for men who take alpha-blockers but who are not already taking other blood pressure medications .
Broken sleep raises risk of stroke elderly people who sleep poorly and awaken frequently are more likely to have hardened blood vessels or oxygen-starved tissue in the brain, according to a report published in the journal stroke .
Symptoms of stroke
Strokes occur quickly and, as such, symptoms of stroke often appear suddenly without warning.The main symptoms of stroke are as follows:
*.Confusion, including trouble with speaking and understanding
*.Headache, possibly with altered consciousness or vomiting
*.Numbness of the face, arm or leg, particularly on one side of the body
*.Trouble with seeing, in one or both eyes
*.Trouble with walking, including dizziness and lack of co-ordination.
Strokes can lead to long-term problems. Depending on how quickly it is diagnosed and treated, the patient can experience temporary or permanent disabilities in the aftermath of a stroke. In addition to the persistence of the problems listed above, patients may also experience the following:
*.Bladder or bowel control problems
*.Depression
*.Pain in the hands and feet that gets worse with movement and temperature changes
*.Paralysis or weakness on one or both sides of the body
*.Trouble controlling or expressing emotions.
How to diagnose a stroke
Strokes happen fast and will often occur before an individual can be seen by a doctorfor a proper diagnosis.The acronymF.A.S.T.is a way to remember the signs of stroke, and can help identify theonset of stroke more quickly:
*.Face drooping: if the person tries to smile does one side of the face droop?
*.Arm weakness: if the person tries to raise both their arms does one arm drift downward?
*.Speech difficulty: if the person tries to repeat a simple phrase is their speech slurred or strange?
*.Time to call 911: if any of these signs are observed, contact the emergency services.
The faster a person with suspected stroke receives medical attention, the better their prognosis and the less likely they will be to experience lasting damage or death.
In order for a stroke patient to get the best diagnosis and treatment possible, they will need to be treated at a hospital within 3 hours of their symptoms first appearing.
Both ischemic strokes and hemorrhagic strokes require different kinds of treatment. Unfortunately, it is only possible to be sure of what type of stroke someone has had by giving them a brain scan in a hospital environment.There are several different types of diagnostic tests that doctors can use in order to determine which type of stroke has occurred:
Physical examination: a doctor will ask about the patient's symptoms and medical history. They may check blood pressure, listen to the carotid arteries in the neck and examine the blood vessels at the back of the eyes, all to check for indications of clotting
Blood tests: a doctor may perform blood tests in order to find out how quickly the patient's blood clots, the levels of particular substances (including clotting factors) in the blood, and whether or not the patienthas an infection
CT scan: a series of X-rays that can show hemorrhages, strokes, tumors and other conditions within the brainMRIscan: radio waves and magnetscreate an image of the brain to detect damaged brain tissueCarotid ultrasound: anultrasoundscan to check the blood flow of the carotid arteries and to see if there is any plaque present
Cerebral angiogram: dyes are injected into the brain's blood vessels to make them visible under X-ray, in order to give a detailed viewof the brain and neck arteries
Echocardiogram: a detailed image ofthe heart is created to check for any sources of clots that could have traveled to the brain to cause a stroke.
Treatments for stroke
As the two main different kinds of stroke, ischemic and hemorrhagic, are caused by different factors, both require different forms of treatment.
It is not only important that the type of stroke is diagnosed quickly to reduce the damage done to the brain, but also because treatment suitable for one kind of stroke can be harmful to someone who has had a different kind.
Ischemic stroke
Ischemic strokes are caused by arteries being blocked or narrowed and so treatment focuses on restoring an adequateflow of blood to the brain.
Treatment can begin with drugs to break down clots and prevent further ones from forming. Aspirin can be given, as can an injection of a tissue plasminogen activator (TPA). TPA is very effective at dissolving clots but needs to be injected within 4.5 hours of stroke symptoms manifesting themselves.
Emergency procedures include administering TPA via catheter directly into an artery in the brain or using a catheter to physically remove the clot from its obstructive position. Recent studies have cast doubt as to the effectiveness of these methods, and so research is still ongoing asto how beneficial these procedures are.
There are other procedures that can be carried out to decrease the risk of future strokes or TIAs.
A carotid endarterectomy involves a surgeon opening the carotid artery and removing any plaque that might be blocking it.
Alternatively, an angioplasty involves a surgeon inflating a small balloon in a narrowed artery via catheter and then inserting a stent (a mesh tube) into the opening in order to prevent the artery from narrowing again.
Hemorrhagic stroke
Hemorrhagic strokes are caused by bleeding into the brain and so treatment focuses on controlling the bleeding and reducing the pressure on the brain that it is causing.Treatment can begin with drugs being givento reduce the pressure in the brain, overall blood pressure, prevent seizures and prevent sudden constrictions of blood vessels. If the patient is taking anti-coagulant or anti-platelet medication like Warfarin or Clopidogrel, they can be given drugs or blood transfusions to counter the medication's effects.Surgery can be used to repair any problems with blood vessels that have led or could lead to hemorrhagic strokes. Surgeons can place small clamps at the base of aneurysms or fill them with detachable coils to stop blood flow to them and preventrupture.
Surgery can also be used to remove small arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) if theyare not too big and not too deep within the brain. AVMs are tangled connections between arteries and veins that are weaker and burst more easily than other normal blood vessels.
REHABILITATION
Strokes are life-changing events that can affect a person both physically and emotionally, temporarily or permanently. After a stroke, successful recovery will often involve specific rehabilitative activities such as:
*.Speech therapy - to help with problems producing or understanding speech. Practice, relaxation and changing communication style, using gestures or different tones for example, all help
*.Physical therapy- to help a person relearn movement and co-ordination. It isimportant to get out and about, even if it is difficult at first
*.Occupational therapy - to help a person to improve their ability to carry out routine daily activities, such as bathing, cooking, dressing, eating, reading and writing
*.Joining a support group - to help with commonmental healthproblems such as depression that can occur after a stroke. Many find it useful to share common experiences and exchange information
*.Support from friends and family - to provide practical support and comfort. Letting friends and family know what canbe done to help is very important.
Preventing a stroke
The best way to prevent a stroke is to address the underlying causes. This is best done by living healthily, which means:
*.Eating a healthy diet
*.Maintaining a healthy weight
*.Exercise regularly
*.Not smoking
*.Avoiding alcohol or moderating consumption.Eating a healthy diet means getting plenty of fruits, vegetables and healthy whole grains, nuts, seeds and legumes; eating little or no red or processed meat; limiting intake ofcholesteroland saturated fat (typically found in foods of animal origin); and minimizing salt intake so as to support healthy blood pressure.
Other measures taken to help reduce the risk of stroke include:
*.Keeping blood pressure under control
*.Managingdiabeteswell
*.Treatingobstructive sleep apnea(if present).As well as these lifestyle changes, a health care provider can help to reduce the risk of future strokes through prescribing anti-coagulant and anti-platelet medication. In addition to this, the arterial surgery previously mentioned can also be used to lower the risk of repeat strokes.
Through out my extensive research on stroke, I find that the medical news today explanation on stroke most comprehensive hence their views is comprehensive. The it instructive that the explanation above doesn't serve as substitute for you nor to seek advice of a competent medical doctor. Alway see your doctor. Now that we have deep knowledge I must say of what a stroke is, it will be necessary to venture into explanation of alternative therapy to treat stroke in yoruba herbal medicine.
DIFFERENT HERBAL REMEDIES TO TREAT STROKES IN YOURUB HERBAL MEDICINAL, BY BABALAWO OBANIFA.
1.atale (ginger with scientific name zingiber officinale) alubosa ayu (garlic with scientific name Allium sativum) ogidi oyin igan (original wild honey) all this should be slice inside the honey let it soak for three days before you start to use it. Uses :half cup of this honey should be taken one time a day. How does it work.?and what is the scientific bases for it? The answer is not far fetch, this herbal remedy prevent the formation of thromboxance, thromboxance is a substance wish help blood to aggregate,it aid the cloting of the blood. Blood clots can disallow blood circulation. Lack of blood circulation can lead to hypertension. If hypertension is not well managed can lead to stroke. Using this herbal remedy will prevent such ugly situation described from arising, and if one is already in existence it will remove it.
2. Isu Oluborogan, some people called it Olugborogan (Dracaena surculosa) EERU Alamo (xylopia aethiopica) Alubosa Elewe (Allium aescalonicum). Put all the leaves inside an Oru (decotion clay pot) add enough water to it. Boil it well into a decotion. Uses :stroke patients will be taking it one full cup three times per day.
3.ewe imi esu tutu (fresh green leaves of Billy goat weed, with scientific name Agerantum Conyzoides). This leaves and stem of it should be pound well. Squeeze the leaves well and obtain the juice. Seive it. Mix it with oyin igan (original wide honey) uses :stroke patients will be taken it one shot in the morning and night every day.
4.ewe ibepe tutu (fresh leave of pawpaw with scientific name carica papaya) ewe peer (pear leave, pear avocado) put the two leave fresh in any kind of pot of your choice. Boil it wel for 30 minutes. Uses :stroke patient will be taking it one glass cup in the morning, afternoon, and evening, every day for 2 good month.
5.Ewe oluganbe (ipomoea asarifolia) Eeru (xylopia aethiopica) ewe orupa (fresh leave of hymennocardia acida). Boil this three leaves together. Strokes patients will use the decotion to bathe morning and night every day. He will will also be taking the full glass cup up to 4 to six times a day.
6 ewe ewuro (bitter leave with scientific name verlonia amygdalina) Squeeze it with fresh water. Drinking a decotion of bitter leaves extract three times a day help in healing stroke.
HERBAL OINTMENT TO CURE STROKE
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