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Smoking causes brain shrinkage

Yes, research has shown that smoking can have adverse effects on the brain, including the possibility of brain shrinkage. Smoking is associated with a variety of health risks, and its impact on the cardiovascular system can have downstream effects on the brain. Cigarette smoke contains numerous harmful substances, including nicotine and carbon monoxide, which can constrict blood vessels and reduce blood flow to the brain. This diminished blood flow can contribute to oxidative stress and inflammation, both of which are linked to various neurological conditions. Studies have suggested that smoking is associated with an increased risk of conditions such as stroke, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease. Additionally, there is evidence that smoking may contribute to changes in brain structure, including a reduction in gray matter volume. It's important to note that the brain has some capacity for regeneration and repair, and quitting smoking can lead to positive changes in brain he...

Be careful while getting a massage in the parlor! Stroke can happen if a vein is suppressed by mistake

No one likes getting a massage or getting a hair wash done in the parlor. But after knowing the recent incident, you will think a hundred times before getting hair massage or hair wash in the parlor. Yes, the matter is from Hyderabad where a 50 year old woman fell seriously ill after returning from the parlor. The woman started having dizziness, nausea, vomiting and problems in walking the next day (beauty parlor stroke syndrome symptoms). After which she went to the doctor and the doctor told her that she has got beauty parlor stroke syndrome. The doctor, who treated this woman himself, told people through tweet about what happened and why this happened to this woman. But before that know what is Beauty Parlor Stroke Syndrome? What is Beauty Parlor Stroke Syndrome Beauty Parlor Stroke Syndrome is a very rare disease that can occur due to abnormal rotation of the neck or excessive stretching. In this condition, there is a lack of vertebrobasilar or, say, a mechanical disturbance in an...