HEALTH NEWS
Doctor busts 7 myths about strokes

There are a lot of misconceptions and myths around the risk of having a stroke. While the ailment should be taken with all seriousness, it is also important to consider the facts that prevail over this dreadful health issue, in order to better manage and prevent its occurrence.
Myth: Strokes only happen to elderly people
The fact is that the incidence of stroke does increase with age. However, 21 percent of strokes due to bleeding, and 16 percent of strokes due to clotting, occur in those under 45 years of age.
Myth: Strokes are rare
When it comes to strokes, the gravity of the situation has no correlation with its rarity. Almost one-fourth of adults over 25 years of age, will have a stroke during their lifetime
Myth: Strokes are not preventable
Strokes can be attributed to vascular risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity. All these risk factors can be identified by regular health check-ups. When diagnosed, they can be mitigated with lifestyle modification, regular exercise, diet, and the use of appropriate medications.
Myth: Strokes cannot be treated
The vast majority of strokes are ischemic, which are caused by blood clots, and they can be treated effectively. If a person comes to the hospital within 4.5 hours of the onset of stroke symptoms, a clot-busting medication called tissue plasminogen activator can be given, which may prevent further worsening of the condition.
Myth: All strokes are caused by blood clots
While around 80 per cent of strokes are caused by blood clots, about 20 per cent are caused by rupture of blood vessels, leading to bleeding in the brain.
Myth: If the symptoms of stroke abate in a few minutes or hours, nothing more needs to be done
If the symptoms of a stroke are transient and improve rapidly, the person remains at risk for a recurrent stroke, which can be more severe and devastating. This is called a ‘Transient Ischemic Attack’ (TIA). The risk is high for the next few days to weeks. This calls for a detailed evaluation to assess the risk of recurrence, and appropriate measures instituted to prevent the same.
Myth: Pain is a common symptom of stroke
The symptoms of stroke include sudden dizziness, loss of balance or coordination, sudden trouble seeing out of one or both eyes, double vision, uneven smile or weakness on one side of the face, inability to raise both arms evenly, and slurred speech or difficulty repeating simple phrases.In the event that someone has any of these symptoms, they should be rushed to the nearest hospital with stroke care specialists. This will ensure that treatment is administered at the earliest, as any delay will mean further loss of brain cells and possible life-long disability.
HEALTH NEWS
Are obesity and asthma connected ?

Obesity:
Obesity is a complex disease involving an excessive amount of body fat. Obesity isn’t just a medical problem that increase the risk of other diseases and health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and certain cancers.
Asthma :
Asthma is a condition in which your airways narrow an swell and may produce extra mucus.
The connection between obesity and asthma :
- Obesity an asthma share common genetics, common in utero conditions, or common predisposing dietary factors( foods high in sugar, diet poor in vegetables etc).
- Obesity leads to a reduction in lung volume and tidal volume which in turn promotes narrowing of the airway.
- There is low risk associated with breastfeeding in both obesity and asthma conditions.
- Changes in adipose-derived hormones, like leptin an adiponectin, may enhance the inflammatory state of obesity.
- Obesity is a state of low-grade systemic inflammation that may lead to the exacerbation of asthma.
- Diseases like dyslipidemia,gastroesophageal reflux,sleep- disorder breathing,type-2 diabetes,or hypertension that are associated with obesity, may exacerbate asthma.
HEALTH NEWS
Here are causes for tooth decay and its treatment options

Tooth decay:
Tooth decay occurs due to a buildup of plaque on a tooth.plaque is a sticky layer of bacteria that forms on teeth.when a person eats sugary or starchy food, the bacteria in the plaque produce acids that attack tooth enamel.it is disease known as caries or cavities. As the tooth gets eaten away, tooth decay sets in.Tooth decay naturally looks black and can give the appearance of a black tooth. Tooth decay and gum disease can lead to serious health problems, including brain or heart infections.
Causes for cavities:
- Bacteria –Both gum disease an tooth decay are cause by bacteria
- Sugars
- Plaque
- Para function
- Certain medical condition
Treatment options include:
- Fluoride treatments
- Fillings
- Crowns
- Root canals
- Tooth extractions
HEALTH NEWS
Do you know about Type 1 Diabetes and its symptoms?

Type 1 diabetes is caused by an autoimmune reaction ( when a body attacks itself by mistake). This reaction destroys the cells in the pancreas that makes insulin,called beta cells.This process of destroying of beta cells can go on for months or years before any symptoms appear. It is a serious condition where your blood glucose (sugar) level is too high because your body attacks the cells in your pancreas that makes the insulin due to which you can not produce any insulin which is required to live.
Symptoms:
- Feeling thirsty
- Feeling tried
- Weight loss and loss of muscle bulk
- Blurred vision
- Itching around the genital area
- Urinating more frequently than usual
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