In Indonesia, stroke is a disease with the highest mortality rate, namely 131.8 deaths per 100 thousand population.
Based on the cause, stroke is divided into two types:
All types of stroke are basically dangerous, but there are several types that cause severe disability and/or lead to death. Strokes are generally divided into two types, namely ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke.
Ischemic Stroke occurs when the arteries that carry blood and oxygen to the brain narrow, causing blood flow to the brain to be greatly reduced.
Hemorrhagic stroke occurs when blood vessels in the brain burst, causing bleeding.
- Stroke Risk Factors
- Hypertension
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- High cholesterol
- Heart disease
- Sleep Apnea
- Have experienced a transient ischemic attack (TIA) or heart attack before
Symptoms of Stroke GO IMMEDIATELY TO GK
- SE nyum slanted, asymmetrical, choking
- GE shelf limbs weaken
- RA speaks softly
- TO bass or numb
- Balance disorders
- K's eyesight was blurry
Don't take it lightly if you feel symptoms or signs of having a stroke as above, don't wait until it gets worse, go to hospital immediately. This recommendation is also for family or friends who happen to find their relatives/friends showing these symptoms and signs to immediately take them to the hospital to get treatment as quickly as possible, because there is a golden period for stroke treatment so that the sufferer is helped and reduces the risk of death or permanent disability.
This article was written by dr. Anastasia Maria Loho, Sp.N (Interventional Neurology Specialist at Grha Kedoya Hospital)