Attention! The sudden "improvement" of these 9 diseases may not be a good thing, but may also mean that the condition is more serious!

Many people would be very happy if a disease that has troubled them for a long time suddenly got better.

But don’t be too happy too soon, sometimes the so-called “improvement” is just an illusion, and may hide deeper health risks! It’s even more dangerous!

Which diseases in life suddenly improve and require extra caution?

01

Presbyopia suddenly improves, it may be cataract

Generally, people will experience vision aging between the ages of 40 and 50, commonly known as presbyopia.

But there are also some people who, after reaching the age of 60, can suddenly see clearly without reading glasses.

At this time, the elderly need to be vigilant, because this is likely a symptom caused by cataracts.

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The lens is in the middle of the eyeball. As the lens ages excessively, it will be deposited in the vitreous cavity, causing temporary vision recovery, which is not a good phenomenon.

Although your vision may improve on the surface, if you do not take it seriously, eye inflammation, increased intraocular pressure, and even redness, swelling, and pain may occur.

Therefore, if a cataract patient's vision becomes "better" temporarily, it is recommended to go to the hospital for examination in time.

02

Sudden improvement of hypertension after many years

Maybe there's something wrong with the heart

If high blood pressure that has lasted for many years suddenly returns to normal, you must first rule out medical problems, such as myocardial infarction of the inferior or anterior wall of the heart. Due to reduced cardiac output and decreased myocardial contractility, a temporary drop in blood pressure may occur.

Temporary hypotension caused by decreased cardiac output can lead to insufficient blood perfusion to important organs such as the brain, kidneys, and the heart itself, which is more dangerous than high blood pressure.

In addition, patients with heart failure may also experience a temporary drop in blood pressure. These symptoms are all signs of worsening disease and everyone must take them seriously.

03

The old man's white hair suddenly turned black

It may be an endocrine problem.

The reasons why the elderly’s white hair suddenly turns black can generally be divided into physiological factors and pathological factors.

1. Physiological factors

If white hair suddenly turns black, it may be because your quality of life has improved recently and your nutritional intake is more adequate.

In addition, adequate sleep and excellent mental state may cause the elderly's white hair to turn black. It is recommended that patients do not worry too much, maintain a good attitude, and go to the hospital for regular physical examinations.

2. Pathological factors

It is necessary to be vigilant when the white hair of some elderly people turns black, as it may be caused by tumor diseases or endocrine disorders. For example, nodular pituitary space-occupying lesions, adrenal tumors, etc. may cause endocrine abnormalities in the elderly, so the symptoms of white hair turning black will appear.

Among them, some patients also have symptoms of increased appetite and mental excitement. It is recommended that patients go to the hospital in time to determine the cause of the disease and choose appropriate treatment under the guidance of a doctor.

04

Blood sugar suddenly stopped being high

Beware of pituitary tumors

If a diabetic patient's blood sugar level suddenly returns to normal, he or she should pay attention to screening for pituitary tumors.

When a diabetic patient develops a pituitary tumor, the tumor compresses the pituitary gland, causing it to be damaged and endocrine function to be impaired. The secretion of adrenal cortex hormones, thyroid hormones, and growth hormones is reduced, causing blood sugar to drop and returning the originally high blood sugar to normal.

In addition to masking the symptoms of diabetes, pituitary tumors can also cause accompanying symptoms such as fear of cold, loss of appetite, and general fatigue.

05

Sudden menstruation after menopause

Beware of the disease

Having menstruation again after menopause may not be a good thing, as it indicates the arrival of some diseases.

1. Malignant tumors of reproductive organs

The most common is endometrial cancer, which accounts for about 80% of malignant lesions and is more common in elderly women. A considerable number of patients have diabetes, hypertension or obesity.

It is often manifested as continuous or intermittent irregular vaginal bleeding, and late bleeding may be mixed with rotten meat-like tissue. Others include cervical cancer, ovarian cancer, fallopian tube cancer, vulvar and vaginal tumors, etc.

2. Benign lesions of reproductive organs

Such as uterine fibroids, endometrial polyps, cervical polyps, etc., as well as some inflammatory lesions such as endometritis, senile vaginitis, etc.

If there is a history of persistent or intermittent irregular vaginal bleeding after menopause, and if ultrasound shows that the fibroids are growing rapidly and have rich blood supply, the possibility of uterine sarcoma should be highly suspected.

Note: If you find that you have menstruation again after menopause, you should take it seriously, go to the hospital as soon as possible to find out the cause, and have regular gynecological examinations every year.

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06

People with poor appetite suddenly can eat

Beware of hyperthyroidism

Some people usually have a poor appetite and don’t like to eat. If they suddenly become very hungry and get hungry quickly, they should pay attention to rule out hyperthyroidism.

Hyperthyroidism is abbreviated as hyperthyroidism. The main reason is that the secretion of thyroid hormone in the patient's body increases, which accelerates the metabolism of protein, sugar, and carbohydrates, and increases the consumption of heat energy.

This causes hypermetabolism, which leads to faster gastrointestinal motility and hunger, resulting in weight loss, eating more, sweating, chest tightness and palpitations.

In addition, various organ systems will also show obvious symptoms of excitement, such as insomnia and nightmares at night, abnormally irritable temper, involuntary hand tremors, headaches, bulging eyes, increased blood pressure, and some patients will also have enlarged thyroid gland.

07

If an elderly person suddenly grows a "new tooth", beware of tumors

Some elderly people may suddenly grow "new teeth" in their mouths after their teeth are lost. You should pay special attention at this time!

If "new teeth" grow, there are generally three possibilities.

1. Gum Recession

The remaining roots of the fallen teeth gradually appeared and were mistaken for "new teeth".

2. Impacted wisdom teeth

Impacted wisdom teeth are buried in the shallow layer of the alveolar bone. In old age, the alveolar bone atrophies, making the impacted wisdom teeth exposed, as if "new teeth" have grown.

3. It may be a tumor

If individual "new teeth" do appear, they are often related to endocrine disorders, tumors or other physiological diseases.

Note: It is recommended that the elderly have regular physical examinations, especially oral examinations, which is beneficial to protecting their oral health.

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08

Gastric ulcer suddenly healed, beware of gastric bleeding

The most typical symptom of gastric ulcer patients is pain in the right upper abdomen about half an hour after a meal, which is relieved after about two hours and recurs after the next meal.

If this regular pain suddenly disappears, be alert to gastric bleeding.

Gastric bleeding can reduce vascular congestion and tissue edema at the ulcer site. In addition, the protein in the blood breaks down to form a protective film on the surface of the ulcer, which reduces irritation to the gastric mucosa and thus the pain disappears.

When the upper abdominal pain of a gastric ulcer patient suddenly disappears but is accompanied by symptoms such as nausea and dizziness, attention should be paid.

09

Atrial fibrillation palpitations suddenly feel better

Maybe I just tolerated it.

Atrial fibrillation is a very common arrhythmia, with common symptoms including palpitations, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and fatigue. Long-term atrial fibrillation will increase the burden on the heart, eventually leading to heart failure or even death.

Patients with early-stage atrial fibrillation experience more obvious palpitations. When it progresses to persistent atrial fibrillation, the body may become tolerant to the symptoms, feel "better" and neglect treatment. This is precisely the group of people who are most at risk and most in need of formal treatment.

Source: CCTV Life Circle

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