5 Signs of Blood Clots in the Brain to Watch Out for

KOMPAS.com – Everyone needs to be aware of the signs blood clots in the brain.

The reason is, this disease can cause a stroke and be life-threatening if it is treated too late.

To raise awareness of this health issue, recognize what a blood clot in the brain is and its signs.

Also read: 7 Symptoms of Blood Clots in the Brain to Watch Out for

What is a blood clot in the brain?

Blood clots in the brain can occur when there is a blood clot that does not flow smoothly to the brain.

Reported from Narayana HealthBlood in the body contains important elements such as cells, nutrients, gases, and proteins.

When there is a blockage or obstruction to its flow, the blood will clot and form a thrombus (clogged blood that is prone to clogging blood vessels).

It doesn’t just stop there, the frozen blood can break and form clots (embolus) which are prone to clogging the branches of blood vessels.

If the blood clot in the brain is large enough, the blood supply to this vital organ can be blocked and trigger a stroke. This condition if not treated immediately can damage brain tissue.

Quoted from Radiology Info, blood clots can not only occur in the brain. Similar conditions can also appear in the legs and arms, heart, lungs, or stomach.

The effect of blood clots on the body, depending on the location and severity.

Also read: 12 Causes of Blood Clots in the Brain

Patients with blood clots in the brain can experience various signs stroke symptomslike:

Blurred vision or sudden darkness can be an early sign of a blood clot in the brain. The part of the eye that has impaired vision can be one or both sides of the eye.

Blood clots in the brain can also cause speech problems. Sufferers may suddenly have difficulty speaking or communicating. When you can speak, sometimes the words that come out of your mouth are difficult for others to understand.

Blood clots that block blood flow to the brain can also hinder a person’s ability to swallow food and drink. As a result, people become choking easily.

Also read: 8 Ways to Prevent Stroke

Severe headaches that occur suddenly or suddenly for no apparent reason also need to be watched out for. Especially if this headache is followed by other symptoms such as dizziness, wanting to vomit, and seizures.

• One side of the body is paralyzed

The effects of blood clots in the brain are severe and can cause paralysis, especially in one part of the body. For example, the mouth looks sloppy, one of the legs and arms is paralyzed or cannot be moved.

If several signs of blood clots in the brain above, immediately take the patient to the hospital.

Prompt and appropriate medical treatment can save the patient’s life and prevent brain damage from getting worse.

Also read: 7 Symptoms of Stroke You Should Not Ignore

How to detect blood clots in the brain

Patients who feel signs of blood clots in the brain are usually advised to undergo a series of health checks, such as:

• Physical examination to monitor the condition of blood pressure, heart rate, body coordination, eyes, and brain function
• Scan or CT scan to see whether there are blood clots in the brain or blockage of blood flow in the brain
• Cerebral angiography examination with X-rays to see whether there is a blockage of blood vessels in the brain
• Ultrasound examination to see whether there are blood clots from other blood vessels that spread to the brain

If detected signs of blood clots in the brain, doctors usually immediately save the patient by recommending medication or other medical measures to eliminate blood clots in the brain.

Also read: What are the Symptoms of a Minor Stroke?

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