What should I do if a person has a stroke?
Disease description:
Grandma said she hasn't been feeling well lately. After a medical checkup, she was diagnosed with a stroke. What should be done when someone has a stroke?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guan Yanlei
A stroke in the human brain requires immediate hospitalization. After a stroke, prompt medical attention is essential. If the stroke is caused by a blood clot leading to cerebral infarction, thrombolytic therapy should be administered within four and a half hours of symptom onset; most patients show significant improvement after thrombolysis. In cases where thrombolysis is indicated, timely hospitalization is critical. Treatment may include medications to reduce cerebral edema and improve cerebral blood flow, followed by rehabilitation therapy and acupuncture.
