Diseases
cerebral insufficiency
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Overview
Cerebrovascular insufficiency refers to a number of rare conditions that result in obstruction of one or more arteries that supply blood to the brain. The obstruction leads to strokes or transient ischemic attacks (TIAs or "mini strokes").
Symptoms
- dizziness, nausea, or vomiting.
- unusually severe headache.
- confusion, disorientation or memory loss.
- abnormal or slurred speech.
- numbness, weakness in an arm, leg or the face, especially on one side.
Causes
- the attacks are caused by failure of collateral blood supply and are often related to minor reductions in blood pressure.
Risk factors
- high blood pressure
- smoking: decrease risk by quitting smoking.
- carotid or other artery disease
Diagnosis
- signs and symptoms
- imaging tests.
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is cerebral insufficiency?
Cerebrovascular insufficiency refers to a number of rare conditions that result in obstruction of one or more arteries that supply blood to the brain. The obstruction leads to strokes or transient ischemic attacks (TIAs or "mini strokes").
What are the symptoms of cerebral insufficiency?
dizziness, nausea, or vomiting., unusually severe headache., confusion, disorientation or memory loss., abnormal or slurred speech., numbness, weakness in an arm, leg or the face, especially on one side.
What causes cerebral insufficiency?
the attacks are caused by failure of collateral blood supply and are often related to minor reductions in blood pressure.
Which medicines are used for cerebral insufficiency?
isoxsuprine, meclofenoxate, vinburnine, vinpocetine
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