Being affected by ischemia in the brain can mean major changes in everyday life. The injuries can occur at any time in life, affect different body functions and are usually permanent. In this article, we tell you more about what happens when the brain suffers from a sudden lack of oxygen.
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The medical term ischemia means that brain tissue is affected by sudden oxygen deficiency. The condition usually occurs when a blod clot completely or partially blocks a blood vessel, or if a vessel fails. If blood flow is prevented from flowing normally, it can cause permanent damage to the brain, which can affect large parts of the body, both physically and mentally.
Although in this article we focus on brain ischemia, oxygen deficiency can affect all tissues in the body. The sooner you discover the condition, the greater the possibilities for recovery.
Sudden lack of oxygen in the brain can affect life in many different ways, but like other conditions that affect the brain, it is not possible to know in advance how it will affect everyday life. It is also mpossible to know how extensive the damage will be.
Common to those affected by sudden oxygen deficiency in the brain is, that they often have permanent problems. Among other things, ischemia is the most common cause of brain damage in a stroke. It is also the reason why many children suffer a CP injury during pregnancy or during birth. Ischemia can hit anyone, regardless of age. How it will affect life and change everyday life therefore depends on the extent of the damage, placement and how long it takes before the person gets help.
Some people who suffer from a brain injury thus can regain a large part of their lost abilities, while others get severe residual disabilities. These can, for example, be anything from impaired ability to control their movements, spastic movements, pain or impaired motor skills and balance, which can affect everyday life in different ways.
After being affected by oxygen deficiency in the brain, ischemia, it is important to get the right support and rehabilitation. Since it is possible to train and improve the body’s functions again.
Also read: Life after an ABI- Acquired Brain Injury
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