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Cold Air Causes More Blood Clots... Why the Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Alert in October?

Cold Air Causes More Blood Clots... Why the Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Alert in October?

Reporter Kim Yong (ecok@kormedi.com)
 
 

Temperatures dropped significantly today. As weather turns chilly, patients with high blood pressure, those in the pre-hypertension stage, and individuals with cardiovascular or cerebrovascular problems must exercise extra caution. Why is this the case? According to data from the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency, exposure to cold air activates the body's sympathetic nervous system, causing blood vessels (peripheral arteries) to constrict and blood pressure to skyrocket. This increases heart rate, placing a strain on the heart. Furthermore, lowered body temperature causes platelets to fluctuate and the blood to become thicker, promoting the formation of blood clots. Let's take another look at the relationship between temperature and vascular health.

 

These days, with large daily temperature fluctuations ... high blood pressure - diabetes - Patients with hyperlipidemia have reduced ability to control blood pressure

 

Over the past decade, the highest number of deaths from cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases occurred during the current period of large daily temperature fluctuations or in the winter when temperatures drop sharply. Changes in temperature are a major cause of increased incidence in cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases such as myocardial infarction and stroke (cerebral infarction and cerebral hemorrhage). As the cold weather intensifies, the number of deaths from these diseases also rises. Particular caution is required for the elderly, those with a history of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, and individuals with chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and hyperlipidemia, as their ability to control blood pressure is impaired.


blocked blood vessels, heart - The brain gets damaged ... high blood pressure - diabetes - hyperlipidemia - Smoking is a major cause

 

Myocardial infarction, one of the causes of sudden death, is a terrifying disease in which the coronary arteries—the blood vessels supplying blood to the heart muscle—are suddenly blocked by a blood clot, causing the heart muscle to die and potentially leading to death. Stroke occurs when blood vessels supplying blood to the brain become blocked (ischemic stroke) or rupture (hemorrhagic stroke). It can result in death or disabilities such as paralysis and speech problems caused by brain damage. High blood pressure, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and smoking are major causes.

 

Chilly dawn - Be careful with morning exercise ... blood pressure , blood sugar , You need to check your cholesterol levels.

 

When you feel cold, keeping warm is important. You must maintain your body temperature by wearing warm clothes. Patients with high blood pressure or those with a history of cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases should be cautious when exercising in the chilly early morning hours. Sudden exposure to cold air can be dangerous as it causes blood vessels to constrict rapidly. You should also consider exercising consistently indoors. Maintain body temperature by drinking warm beverages and regularly check your blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels.

 

myocardial infarction , Stroke symptoms and how to deal with them ?...“ Please keep this in mind for your family as well.

 

Cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases have high mortality rates and can leave permanent disabilities, making prevention and early intervention crucial. Symptoms of a myocardial infarction include sudden, severe chest pain, pressure, or a crushing sensation. Pain or discomfort may also be felt in the jaw, neck, shoulders, and left arm. Symptoms include shortness of breath, pale complexion, and cold sweats.

A stroke causes sudden weakness in one side of the face, arm, or leg. Speech may become slurred, or one may have difficulty understanding others. One eye may lose sight, or only half of the visual field may be visible in both eyes, or objects may appear double. There may be dizziness or difficulty maintaining balance. There is also a severe headache unlike anything experienced before. If you notice these symptoms, you must contact 119 and go immediately to a hospital capable of performing vascular surgery.

Prevention of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases · The lifestyle guidelines for management are ?

 

Quitting smoking is important. The risk of developing cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases is reduced by half about a year after quitting smoking. You should also avoid secondhand smoke. Eat a balanced diet low in salt, and consume plenty of whole grains, vegetables, beans, and fish that are good for blood vessels. Exercise for at least 30 minutes every day and reduce the amount of time spent sitting. Those who already have poor blood pressure, blood sugar, or blood vessels should be cautious about excessive exercise. Stress can raise blood pressure and cause arrhythmias. You should regularly measure your blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels to identify the presence of vascular disease in advance and take precautions.

 

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People have been saying it's cold since last week.

Now that the weekend is over, it is even more so today

It feels cold.

 

The sky is also very cloudy.

 

You need to pay attention to staying warm on days like this.

 

When going out, please at least wear a vest over your clothes.

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