Many people have heard of the term “thrombus” but few understand the causes of this condition, leading to an increasing number of people suffering from various cardiovascular diseases.
In fact, the formation of a clot is not accidental but rather a result of long-term accumulation.
【One】Causes of Thrombus Formation and the Process of Vascular Obstruction
The formation of a thrombus is related to dietary habits and lack of exercise. If individuals frequently consume high-cholesterol foods, they are more prone to developing clots. Cholesterol deposits on the blood vessel walls can lead to plaque formation over time, causing the vessel lumen to narrow, significantly increasing the chances of vascular obstruction.
When a patient experiences vascular obstruction, external influences can easily cause detachment, leading to conditions such as cerebral and cardiac infarctions.
【Two】When Thrombus Approaches, the Body Exhibits Four Symptoms
1: Intermittent Claudication
The main cause of this symptom is arteriosclerosis, lumbar spinal stenosis, and thromboangiitis obliterans. Therefore, when blockages occur in the blood vessels of the lower limbs, lumbar spinal swelling can lead to patients limping.
2: Continuous Yawning
Due to poor cerebral blood flow, the brain experiences severe supply insufficiency, resulting in dizziness and a feeling of cerebral congestion. Additionally, 80% of cerebral thrombus patients exhibit yawning, which should prompt immediate medical attention.
3: Abnormal Blood Pressure
When cerebral blood vessels have thrombi, the patient’s blood pressure fluctuates, is unstable, and may present with epistaxis and hematuria.
4: Numbness in Palms
Following thrombus formation, blood circulation is affected. The hands are at the peripheral end of the limbs, traversing a network of small and large capillaries. Blockage in these vessels can result in insufficient blood supply and a numb sensation. Some patients may also experience cold hands, in which case seeking medical attention is the best choice.
【Three】Avoid Eating “2 Reds and 1 Yellow,” Considered Thrombus “Accelerators”
—”2 Reds”—
1: Braised Pork
Although braised pork is considered a delicious dish by many, it is not suitable for consumption by middle-aged and elderly individuals. There are two main reasons: first, the blood flow in middle-aged and elderly individuals is slower, and braised pork can further slow down blood flow, leading to various illnesses. Second, the high cholesterol content in braised pork can contribute to obesity, causing blood viscosity and elevated blood lipids.
2: Chili Peppers
Chili peppers are known for their spicy nature. For those who enjoy spicy food, chili peppers are a staple. However, frequent consumption of chili peppers can cause localized vessel swelling, pain, edema, stimulating urgent vessel wall contraction, increasing the risk of plaque rupture, potentially leading to cerebral hemorrhage and endangering life.
—”1 Yellow”—
Salted Duck Eggs have a salty and fragrant taste, so many individuals consume them with other foods in the morning. It should be noted that the high cholesterol content in salted duck eggs can lead to abnormal blood lipids, thickened blood, and the salt content can elevate blood pressure, not conducive to consumption by individuals with “three highs.” Therefore, cardiovascular patients should try to consume less of these foods to significantly reduce the risk of illness.
【Four】To Prevent Thrombus Formation, Prepare from Multiple Angles, and Act Early
1: Supplement Nutritional Elements
2: Avoid Staying Up Late
Staying up late at night staring at a phone screen is not exclusive to young people. Some older individuals also hold onto their phones, forgetting their bedtime every time they look at them, leading to staying up late every day.
In reality, staying up late drains the body significantly, easily causes elevated blood pressure, is unfavorable for stable conditions, stimulates vascular walls, causes plaque detachment leading to bleeding, impacting life safety. Therefore, for the sake of one’s health, it’s best to go to sleep before 23:00 every day.
