Blood vessels are an important part of the human body, they are responsible for transporting oxygen and nutrients, and excreting waste and carbon dioxide. However, with age and the influence of bad lifestyle Xi, blood vessels may become blocked, affecting blood circulation and physical health.
When a blockage of blood vessels occurs, the feet usually show some symptoms. This article will cover the causes of clogged blood vessels, the symptoms of the feet, and how to prevent and ** clogged blood vessels.
The first stage is the formation of a blood clot
Blood clots form when platelets and other cells in the blood clump together, usually due to damage to the endothelial cells in the blood vessels or slow blood flow.
The formation of blood clots is usually a natural reaction that helps the body repair damaged blood vessels. However, if the blood clot is not properly treated or cleared, it may gradually enlarge in the blood vessels and cause blood vessels to become clogged.
The second stage is narrowing of blood vessels
As the blood clot grows and occupies the lumen of the blood vessel, the blood vessel becomes narrower and narrower. This can lead to obstruction of blood flow and lead to tissue hypoxia and ischemia. If the stenosis is mild, it may not cause noticeable symptoms, but if the stenosis is severe, it can lead to heart disease, stroke, and other serious diseases.
The third stage is organ damage
When blood vessels are narrowed to a certain extent, it can lead to tissue hypoxia and ischemia. This can damage organs and lead to dysfunction. For example, if the blood vessels in the heart are narrowed to a certain extent, it can lead to angina, myocardial infarction, and other heart conditions. If the blood vessels in the brain are narrowed to a certain extent, it can lead to stroke and other neurological disorders.
1.Pain and numbness in the feet
If you often experience pain, numbness or tingling in your feet, especially after walking or exercising, it may be due to ischemia caused by clogged blood vessels. Blocked blood vessels don't provide enough blood** to the feet, causing pain and numbness. If you experience these symptoms, it is important to seek medical attention promptly to prevent further deterioration of the condition.
2.Cold feet
In the cold season or in an air-conditioned environment, many people feel cold on their feet. However, if your feet still feel cold even in a warm environment, it may be due to poor blood circulation due to clogged blood vessels. When blood circulation is poor, the blood does not reach the feet adequately, causing the temperature of the feet to drop and a cold sensation appears.
3.Feet** color change
When blood vessels are blocked, the color of the feet may change. For example, the feet may become pale or dark red because the blood is not getting enough due to poor circulation. In addition, the feet** may experience temperature changes, becoming cold or hot. If you notice these symptoms, see your doctor for a check-up.
4.Intermittent claudication
Specifically, during walking, there is a sudden appearance of pain in the lower limbs, which makes it difficult to walk, and it is necessary to rest for a period of time before the pain can be relieved before you can continue walking. This symptom occurs when blood vessels become clogged and blood circulation is poor, leaving muscles and joints without adequate oxygen and nutrients**.
When the blockage of blood vessels worsens, it may affect blood circulation in the lower limbs, leading to more serious health problems. Therefore, if you are experiencing symptoms of intermittent claudication on your feet, it is advisable to go to the hospital as soon as possible for a check-up and**.
5.Edema of the feetWhen blood vessels are blocked, blood can't flow smoothly to the feet, which can lead to edema in the feet. This edema is usually worse after prolonged standing or sitting and can be relieved with rest. In addition, if edema is accompanied by symptoms such as pain, redness, and fever, it may be due to an infection or other disease, and it is necessary to seek medical attention in time.
1.Stay up all night
We often say that staying up late hurts the liver, generally 11 p.m. to 4 a.m. is the time for the liver to metabolize blood flow, and this time is the best time for our liver to recuperate.
At the same time, people who often stay up all night will cause the body to secrete too much adrenaline, which will cause blood vessels to constrict, slow blood flow, and increase blood viscosity, which is easy to block blood vessels, and the risk of coronary heart disease is much higher than that of normal people.
2.Smoking
Smoking, blood vessels are easily "poisoned". Tobacco is a recognized enemy of cardiovascular health. The harmful substances in tobacco smoke can easily induce coronary artery spasm, make myocardial ischemia and hypoxia, and accelerate the process of atherosclerosis, which is easy to form blood clots.
3.Less movement or immobility
There is less aerobic exercise and more vascular waste. Sitting for a long time leads to weight gain, which will increase the burden on the heart and affect the blood circulation of the heart, which will indirectly promote high blood pressure and aggravate coronary heart disease.
If you don't exercise for a long time, the waste in the blood vessels will gradually accumulate and form atherosclerotic plaques. In fact, even when walking, the elasticity of blood vessels will be enhanced by the contraction of leg muscles.
4.High blood pressure
It is the cause of many cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Taking cerebrovascular as an example, the probability of cerebral infarction or cerebral hemorrhage in hypertensive patients is 4-7 times that of normal people. Therefore, medical experts remind middle-aged people over the age of 40 to measure their blood pressure every six months. If blood pressure is elevated, you should take medication promptly, pay attention to a low-salt diet and exercise appropriately.
5.Diabetes
It not only affects the microvessels, but also causes macrovascular lesions. High blood pressure is not very harmful to it. The incidence of intracerebral hemorrhage is 2-3 times higher than that of normal people. Therefore, checking your blood sugar regularly is also an effective way to protect your blood vessels.
6.Hyperlipidemia
Whether it is high cholesterol, high triglycerides, or high and low density lipoprotein, it increases the risk of intracerebral hemorrhage and needs to be regulated.
1.Tomatoes
Tomatoes are rich in vitamin C, vitamin A and lycopene, which help reduce cholesterol oxidation levels and protect against arteriosclerosis.
In addition, the fiber in tomatoes can also effectively remove waste and toxins from the body, reducing the burden on blood vessels, whether eaten raw or cooked, tomatoes can bring you healthy blood vessels and pleasant taste buds.
2.Sweet potatoes
Sweet potatoes contain potassium, vitamins, folic acid, carotene and other nutrients, all of which can prevent arteriosclerosis. In addition to this, the mucus protein in sweet potatoes is also able to maintain the elasticity of the human cardiovascular wall. You can usually cook sweet potatoes into porridge or roast sweet potatoes to eat.
3.Hawthorn
It is recommended to eat some hawthorn in daily life, hawthorn is a common fruit, its taste is sweet and sour, and it is rich in vitamins, which can achieve the effect of nourishing the body. The nutrients contained in it are also effective in reducing serum cholesterol and triglycerides, which can prevent atherosclerosis.