TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Stroke caused by blockage (ischemic stroke) or rupture of a blood vessel (hemorrhagic stroke). This condition results in reduced oxygen and nutrient intake to the brain so that brain cells die and cannot function optimally.
Stroke is a disease that is prone to occur in the elderly. However, due to certain factors, young people can also have a stroke. This is a factor that causes stroke at a young age.
Anemia in this way
Sickle cell anemia is a type of anemia caused by a genetic disorder characterized by an abnormal shape of the blood cells like a crescent moon, causing the vessels to lack a healthy supply of blood and oxygen to be distributed throughout the body. If this condition occurs in brain, so people are at greater risk of having a stroke at a young age.
Congenital vascular disorders
For example, brain aneurysms and arterial malformations. Brain aneurysms are enlarged blood vessels in the brain due to weak blood vessel walls. Meanwhile, arterial malformation is an abnormal growth of arteries and veins. The disorder causes clots to form (ischemic stroke) or increases the risk blood vessel rupture (hemorrhagic stroke).
Hypertension
Untreated hypertension can irritate blood vessels and lead to heart disease or stroke.
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Severe infection and trauma
For example, head trauma and concussion. This condition can disrupt the immune system and blood cells, thereby increasing the formation of blood clots that can lead to stroke.
High cholesterol
The high level of bad cholesterol (low density lipoprotein / LDL) in the blood can cause plaque buildup in the blood vessels of the brain. When plaque closes the blood vessels there will be a blockage or narrowing of the blood vessels called atherosclerosis. If this condition is allowed, the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the brain will be disrupted, thereby increasing the risk of stroke.
Certain medications
For example hormone therapy, the use of steroids and birth control pills can change the body’s hormones, blood vessel physiology, and blood clotting function, thereby increasing the risk of stroke.
How to prevent stroke at a young age? One of the triggers of stroke is excess body weight, either in the category of overweight or obese. The reason is that being overweight can lead to high cholesterol, diabetes and hypertension, which increase the risk of stroke at a young age. Here’s how to avoid the risk of stroke at a young age.
-Regular exercise at least 20-30 minutes per day, such as walking, running, cycling, swimming, yoga, and others.
-Healthy diet, which is eating a balanced nutritious diet, such as vegetables and fruits.
-Avoid smoking, alcohol, and illegal drugs.
-Regularly monitor blood pressure and check health conditions to the doctor.
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