What is a Stroke?
A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from getting oxygen and nutrients. Brain cells begin to die in minutes. A stroke is a medical emergency, and prompt treatment is
crucial. Early action can reduce brain damage and other complications.
There Are Two Types of Strokes:
Ischemic strokes: this is the most common type of stroke where the blood vessels become narrow which lead to reduced blood flow to the brain or a complete blockage
Hemorrhagic strokes: these types of strokes happen when blood vessels in the brain rupture or leak; factors to this type of stroke include trauma, uncontrolled high blood pressure, and stroke that leads to hemorrhaging.
What Causes a Stroke?
Causes of strokes are either blockage/narrowing of the blood vessels in the brain or a rupture of blood vessels in the brain. This can come from high blood pressure or trauma/injury of the brain and heart disease.
What Are The Symptoms Of A Stroke?
Symptoms of a stroke before it happens varies from person to person but some common warning signs are :
Trouble speaking or coming up with words, in a confused-like state
Trouble understanding what other people are saying
Paralysis in the face or sudden numbness and tingling in the arm legs or face
Sudden blindness
Trouble walking
Headaches
Think You Are Suffering From A Stroke?
Diagnosis of a stroke happens almost immediately since everything moves so quickly. So if you are having any of the symptoms listed above please call 911 immediately.
Treatment/Prevention:
Emergency medical care is provided for those suffering a stroke, long term prevention of a stroke involves possible changes in diet and exercise.
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