Hello, it’s your health buddy! Let’s feel better together. Today, I’m here to share some symptom insights and helpful tips about Vascular Disease. Let’s dive in!
Diseases Differ by Type of Blood Vessel
Varicose veins are diseases that occur in the veins, while strokes occur in the arteries. Blood vessels are influenced by temperature. The reasons they expand can include external environmental factors, lifestyle habits, or changes in the autonomic nervous system.
When blood vessels constrict, blood pressure in the body increases. Think of a flexible rubber hose—it’s easier to imagine. If you block the opening of the hose, the water shoots out with higher pressure. Similarly, when our blood vessels narrow, blood pressure rises.
On the other hand, in the legs, there are structures called valves that help the one-way return of venous blood to the heart. If these valves become damaged, the veins become abnormally swollen and twisted—this is what we call varicose veins in the legs.
Causes of Varicose Veins and High-Risk Groups
Varicose veins are more likely to occur in people with jobs that require long hours of sitting or standing—especially for more than six hours a day—or in those with the habit of crossing their legs while sitting.
Other risk factors include family history, age at first pregnancy, use of oral contraceptives, obesity, exposure to X-rays or ultraviolet rays, a history of thrombophlebitis, infections or ischemic symptoms in the legs, chronic illnesses that increase abdominal pressure, and wearing tight clothing.
How Temperature Changes Increase the Risk of Brain Hemorrhage
Usually, when the outside temperature drops by 1°C, the systolic blood pressure rises by about 1.3 mmHg. For people who already have high blood pressure or chronic conditions like diabetes, the blood vessel walls may be weakened due to constant pressure or chronic inflammation, and this can cause blood vessels to rupture—this is known as a brain hemorrhage.
Unlike the rest of the body, the brain contains many tiny, delicate blood vessels, so even a small increase in blood pressure can cause bleeding if the vessel walls are weak.
Sudden Strange Symptoms: Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Transient ischemic attack (TIA) is a condition where a brain blood vessel is temporarily blocked, leading to a brief period of impaired blood flow and potential damage to brain cells. It's often referred to as a “mini-stroke,” with stroke-like symptoms appearing suddenly but temporarily.
Although symptoms are short-lived and may resolve without lasting damage, TIAs are a warning sign. In the case of a severe stroke, the patient usually needs help from someone nearby to get timely treatment. That’s why public awareness campaigns now focus not just on patients but also on those around them.
Recognizing Stroke Symptoms
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This content is for informational purposes only and does not hold any individual or entity legally responsible. For accurate diagnosis and treatment of symptoms, please visit a nearby medical institution. This does not represent my final medical opinion and may vary depending on specific circumstances and evolving medical perspectives.
