Signs
of Stroke
Stroke is a medical emergency
and can be treated if recognized in time (Brain is Time). Even if the symptoms
pass quickly, they represent an important warning phenomenon,
indicating an on going brain threat, which requires
immediate and prompt medical attention.
The most common sign of
stroke is sudden weakness of the face, arm or leg, most often on one
side of the body.
To recognize stroke quickly, look for a tilted
smile, inability to speak or weak arm raising ..
The most common sign of
stroke is sudden weakness of the face, arm or leg, most often on one
side of the body.
Other signs:
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Sudden numbness of the face, arm, or
leg, especially on one side of the body
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Sudden confusion, trouble speaking
or understanding speech
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Sudden trouble seeing in one or both
eyes
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Sudden trouble walking, dizziness,
loss of balance or coordination
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Sudden severe headache with no known
cause
If you or someone you
know is having these signs, call ambulance and
seek medical help immediately.
