Each passing hour, a stroke causes brain cells to die quickly and on a large scale, equivalent to nearly 40 years of natural aging. On June 25, Dr. Le Van Tuan, Director of the Neuroscience Center at Tam Anh General Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City, shared this information. In a devastating stroke, brain cells cannot be regenerated, and the longer it occurs, the faster and more severe the rate and severity of brain cell destruction.
Dr. Tuan explained that in a clogged blood vessel stroke, up to 32,000 brain cells die permanently in just one second, and 1.9 million brain cells are lost in 59 seconds after the stroke. When a stroke weakens or permanently loses related neurological functions, the number of dead brain cells increases rapidly and on a large scale, causing the brain to age faster. Stroke can lead to neurological disability by cutting off oxygen supply to the brain and reducing treatment options.
In contrast, hemorrhagic strokes cause rapid inflammation due to hematomas in the brain that damage surrounding cells. Early removal of hematomas is crucial to prevent rapid brain cell decomposition and serious complications while improving prognosis for patients with this type of stroke. Treatment methods for stroke vary depending on its type but require early intervention within what’s known as the golden hour – within three hours after symptoms appear – for successful treatment outcomes.
Recognizing signs of stroke early and seeking prompt treatment can minimize permanent damage to brain cells while helping protect overall well-being. According to FAST principles (Face drooping; Arm weakness; Speech difficulty; Time calling emergency medical services), these symptoms indicate an urgent need for medical attention immediately after they appear. Proactively managing risk factors such as hypertension or smoking can help detect potential stroke risks earlier during screening procedures or routine checkups.
Modern technology plays an essential role in detecting and treating strokes effectively with artificial intelligence robots contributing significantly towards quicker assessments than ever before through advanced imaging techniques like CT scans or MRI scans combined with AI algorithms for diagnosis purposes without delaying initial treatment initiation which ultimately saves lives by speeding up recovery time post-stroke recovery period.
Early intervention is key when it comes to minimizing long-term effects from strokes on both cognitive function and physical health so seeking professional help should be done without any delay after experiencing symptoms as soon as possible even if you’re not entirely sure whether it’s a minor issue or something more severe – every second counts!
