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• #1 Timeline of a Stroke: What Happens Minute-by-Minute

  https://www.webmd.com/stroke/stroke-symptoms-timeline

  It might start with the odd symptom. Maybe the side of your face goes numb. Or you can’t lift your arm because it feels like lead. If you’re having a stroke, what happens next — and how fast — makes all the difference in how you’ll recover. […] No matter which one it is, it’s not long before brain cells start to die. Once a stroke begins, you lose almost 2 million brain cells every minute. […] Any one of those three signs — face drooping, arm weakness, and trouble talking — means someone needs to call 911. […] When the ambulance shows up, they’re going to act fast. […] Often, first responders use the Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale (CPSS), where they ask you to: Smile so they can see if your face looks crooked or droops on one side; Hold both arms out straight for 10 seconds to see if one arm drifts downward or doesn’t move at all; Say a simple phrase, like „The sky is blue,” to check if you slur your words or have trouble understanding what they’re saying. […] Once you’re through the emergency room doors, the stroke team jumps into action. […] You get tests to see if you’re having a stroke and how severe it might be. […] For an ischemic stroke, that usually means you get a clot-busting drug. It works fast to get blood flowing back to your brain.

• #1 Stroke Symptoms and Warning Signs | American Stroke Association

  https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/stroke-symptoms

  Call 911 if these warning signs of stroke are present. […] F.A.S.T. Warning Signs of Stroke: Use the letters in F.A.S.T. to spot a Stroke. […] A = Arm Weakness– Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? […] S = Speech Difficulty– Is speech slurred? […] T = Time to call 911– Stroke is an emergency. Every minute counts. Call 911 immediately. Note the time when any of the symptoms first appear. […] Other Stroke Symptoms: Watch for Sudden: NUMBNESS or weakness of face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body. […] CONFUSION, trouble speaking or understanding speech. […] TROUBLE SEEING in one or both eyes. […] TROUBLE WALKING, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination. […] SEVERE HEADACHE with no known cause. […] Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S. Stroke can happen to anyone — any age, any time — and everyone needs to know the warning signs.

• #1 Heart Attack, Stroke and Cardiac Arrest Symptoms | American Heart Association

  https://www.heart.org/en/about-us/heart-attack-and-stroke-symptoms

  Spot a stroke F.A.S.T. […] FACE DROOPING Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile. […] ARM WEAKNESS Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? […] SPEECH DIFFICULTY Is speech slurred, are they unable to speak, or are they hard to understand? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence, like „the sky is blue.” Is the sentence repeated correctly? […] TIME TO CALL 911 If the person shows any of these symptoms, even if the symptoms go away, call 911 and get them to the hospital immediately.

• #1 Effects of Stroke | American Stroke Association

  https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/effects-of-stroke

  Every stroke is unique, but strokes tend to affect people in common ways. […] If a stroke occurs and blood flow can’t reach the region that controls a particular body function, that part of the body won’t work as it should. […] How you are affected by a stroke depends primarily on the location and the extent of damage to the brain tissue. […] Brain injury can cause changes in certain sensory, motor, or cognitive functions. […] A stroke on the left side of the brain affects the right side of the body. […] A stroke on the right side of the brain affects the left side of the body. […] If the stroke occurs toward the back of the brain, it’s likely that some disability involving vision will result. […] If the stroke occurs in the left side of the brain, the right side of the body will be affected, usually producing: Paralysis on the right side of the body, Sensory changes on the right side of the body, Speech/language problems, Abstract thinking, Problems with thinking and memory, Slow, cautious behavioral style.

• #1 Effects of Stroke | American Stroke Association

  https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/effects-of-stroke

  If the stroke occurs in the right side of the brain, the left side of the body will be affected, usually producing: Paralysis on the left side of the body, Sensory changes on the left side of the body, Vision problems, Spatial thinking or imagery, Problems with thinking and memory, Quick, inquisitive behavioral style. […] When stroke occurs in the brain stem, it can affect both sides of the body. […] The most severe damage could leave someone in a ‘locked-in’ state. […] Locked-in state is a condition in which the patient is generally unable to speak and can’t move because of the paralysis of muscles except for vertical eye movements and blinking. […] The person remains conscious, they can hear, think, reason and comprehend. […] Communication is established through eye movements.

• #1 Stroke: What It Is, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/5601-stroke

  Hemorrhagic strokes happen when a blood vessel in your brain breaks or tears (ruptures). […] A transient ischemic attack (TIA) sometimes called a mini-stroke is like a stroke, but the effects are temporary. These are often warning signs that a person has a very high risk of having a true stroke soon. […] Most people take a few months to recover after a stroke. Your provider will tell you what to expect. They’ll help you set recovery goals and expectations that fit your unique health and situation. […] Call 911 (or your local emergency services number) if you think you’re experiencing stroke symptoms again. Another stroke has an even higher risk of causing severe complications and being fatal.

• #1 Learn the 5 stroke symptoms and why you need to act fast to helpmenu iconsearch iconsubscribe iconsearch iconarrow up right icon

  https://health.ucdavis.edu/blog/cultivating-health/learn-the-5-stroke-symptoms-and-why-you-need-to-act-fast-to-help/2023/05

  If you or someone you’re with has any of these symptoms, call 911 right away. […] Experts stress the importance of getting treatment for an ischemic stroke right away. On average, 1.9 million brain cells die every minute an ischemic stroke goes untreated, according to the American Stroke Association. […] Getting treated for stroke quickly leads to higher survival rates and lower disability rates. First responders can start treating someone for a stroke even before they get to a hospital. […] A stroke can happen to anyone at any age. The older you are, your chances of having a stroke are increased. However, people younger than 65 also have strokes. About one in seven strokes happen to people ages 15 to 49, according to the CDC. […] It’s important to understand your risk of stroke and ways to help lower your risk.

• #1 Patient education: Stroke symptoms and diagnosis (Beyond the Basics) – UpToDate

  https://www.uptodate.com/contents/stroke-symptoms-and-diagnosis-beyond-the-basics/print

  STROKE SYMPTOMS […] Signs and symptoms of stroke often develop suddenly and then may temporarily improve or slowly worsen, depending upon the type of stroke and area of the brain affected. […] Classic symptoms — Knowing the signs and symptoms of a stroke can be lifesaving. Classic stroke symptoms can be recalled with the acronym BE FAST. Each letter in the word stands for one of the things you should watch for: […] Balance – Difficulty standing or walking […] Eyes – Changes in vision […] Face – Sudden weakness or droopiness of the face, or problems with vision […] Arm – Sudden weakness or numbness of one or both arms […] Speech – Difficulty speaking, slurred speech, or garbled speech […] Time – Time is very important in stroke treatment. The sooner treatment begins, the better the chances are for recovery. If you notice any of the above signs, call for an ambulance right away.

• #1 Progression in acute ischemic stroke: Is widespread atherosclerotic background a risk factor?

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6709602/

  In this study, we aimed to investigate the causes and conditions related with progression and outcome of progressive acute ischemic stroke. […] Neurological deterioration occurred in 12 patients (15%). […] Progressive acute ischemic stroke patients had carotid stenosis compared to non-progressive patients (50% vs 19%), and ischemic cardiac disease (33% vs 6%) more common in the patients with progression. […] Our study results suggest that widespread atherosclerotic diseases may induce neurological progression. […] Progression of neurological deficits in ischemic cerebrovascular disease is a poor prognostic factor. Worsening of acute stroke early in its course (within 48 to 72 h of its onset) is a common occurrence and has potentially serious short- and long-term consequences for the patient.

• #1 Progression in acute ischemic stroke: Is widespread atherosclerotic background a risk factor?

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6709602/

  The risk of death or dependency at three months of the patients with neurological progression were higher than stable stroke patients in most studies. […] Although the patients with progressive disease had higher NIHSS scores on admission, it did not reach statistical significance. On the other hand, these patients had significantly higher NIHSS scores on discharge. […] In conclusion, our study suggest that widespread atherosclerotic diseases may trigger neurological progression.

• #1 Stroke Symptoms

  https://www.rwjbh.org/treatment-care/neuroscience/neurology/conditions/stroke-transient-ischemic-attack/stroke-symptoms/

  If you notice any stroke symptoms, call 911 immediately. Don’t wait to see if symptoms improve or attempt to drive yourself to the hospital. Time is critical during a stroke, and every minute counts in preventing long-term damage. […] Time is brain when stroke occurs. The longer you wait to treat it, the more likely there will be permanent damage to brain cells. Knowing the symptoms of a stroke coming on and acting quickly can be the difference between recovery and disability. Don’t wait to see if symptoms improve immediate medical attention is crucial for the best possible outcomes. […] Different types of strokes present with distinct symptoms that help determine the most appropriate treatment approach. […] An ischemic stroke typically causes symptoms that affect one side of the body. These symptoms develop suddenly and may gradually worsen over minutes to hours as blood flow to the brain becomes restricted.

• #1 Stroke Symptoms and Warning Signs | American Stroke Association

  https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/stroke-symptoms

  On average, 1.9 million brain cells die every minute that a stroke goes untreated. […] Early treatment leads to higher survival rates and lower disability rates. Calling 911 lets first responders start treatment on someone experiencing stroke symptoms before arriving at the hospital. […] Men and women who have strokes often feel similar symptoms of stroke, such as face drooping, arm weakness and speech difficulty. […] However, some signs of stroke in women can be subtle enough to be missed or brushed off. That can lead to delays in getting time-sensitive, lifesaving treatments. […] If you’re having a stroke, it’s critical that you get medical attention right away. Immediate treatment may minimize the long-term effects of a stroke and even prevent death. […] Silent strokes are undetected strokes. They occur when a blood vessel blockage in the brain causes cells to die, but no warning signs or symptoms are obvious.

• #1 Stroke Warning Signs, Risk and Prevention | Spring Valley Hospital

  https://www.springvalleyhospital.com/services/stroke-services/warning-signs-risk-prevention

  Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body […] Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or difficulty understanding others […] Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes […] Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination […] Sudden, severe headache with no known cause […] If you or someone you’re with has any of these symptoms, call 9-1-1 or get yourself or them to a hospital immediately. […] The drug must be given to patients within three- to four-and-a-half hours after the onset of stroke symptoms, and preferably sooner. […] If these signs are present, every second counts. Call 9-1-1 immediately.

• #1 Stroke Facts | Stroke | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/stroke/data-research/facts-stats/index.html

  Stroke is a leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of serious disability for adults. It is also preventable and treatable. […] Know the warning signs and symptoms of stroke so that you can act fast if you or someone you know might be having a stroke. The chances of survival are greater when emergency treatment begins quickly. […] In one survey, 93% of respondents recognized sudden numbness on one side as a symptom of stroke. […] Only 38% were aware of all major symptoms and knew to call 9-1-1 when someone was having a stroke. […] Patients who arrive at the emergency room within 3 hours of their first symptoms often have less disability 3 months after a stroke than those who receive delayed care.

• #1 Getting the facts: Can symptoms of stroke come and go?

  https://www.lcmchealth.org/east-jefferson-general-hospital/blog/2024/may/getting-the-facts-can-symptoms-of-stroke-come-an/

  Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability among Americans, affecting about 800,000 people each year. […] When a stroke strikes, immediate medical attention is needed to limit damage to the brain. In most cases, the symptoms come on suddenly, making it obvious that a stroke is occurring, but sometimes, symptoms may quickly appear and then disappear, only to return later. […] If the symptoms of stroke appear and then go away, you should still consider it an emergency. […] Even though symptoms clear up quickly, a TIA should be treated as an emergency health issue. Medical attention is needed to verify whether a TIA occurred or if it was a full-blown ischemic stroke. […] A TIA may not seem like a significant health issue, but its often a warning sign that a stroke will occur in the future. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, of the people who have a suspected TIA, about 1 in 5 will have a stroke within three months. […] Treating even fleeting stroke symptoms as an emergency can also help you take steps to lower your risk of stroke in the future.

• #1 Women Have a Higher Risk of Stroke | American Stroke Associationpaper-airplane

  https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/stroke-risk-factors/women-have-a-higher-risk-of-stroke

  Stroke is the No. 3 cause of death in women and kills more women than men. In fact, one in five women will have a stroke. […] Learn how to spot a stroke F.A.S.T. If you see Face drooping, Arm weakness or Speech difficulty, it’s Time to call 911. […] Stroke can be different between women and men. In the United States, stroke kills more women and is more likely to be the first cardiovascular disease to appear. Dr. Mitch Elkind, a neurologist who has researched stroke prevention and treatment extensively, joins House Calls to discuss the unique stroke risk factors women face, the symptoms they should know, and how stroke can be prevented.

• #1 5 things to know about stroke – Mayo Clinic Health System

  https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/5-things-to-know-about-stroke

  Other stroke symptoms to watch for include: Numbness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body. Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or difficulty understanding speech. Sudden onset severe headache with no known cause. Sudden vision issues, such as trouble seeing in one or both eyes. Trouble walking, loss of balance, dizziness or coordination. […] If you or someone you are with have any stroke-like symptoms, seek immediate medical care. […] Every second counts when someone is experiencing a stroke. Once a stroke starts, the brain loses around 1.9 million neurons each minute. For every hour without treatment, the brain loses as many neurons as it typically does in nearly 3.6 years of regular aging. […] According to the American Stroke Association, stroke is the third most common cause of death in women. Over 90,000 women die from a stroke in the U.S. each year. Every 1 in 5 women will have a stroke, and about 55,000 more women than men have a stroke each year, with Black women having the highest prevalence of stroke.

• #1 Stroke – Symptoms | NHLBI, NIH

  https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/stroke/symptoms

  A stroke can cause lasting brain damage, long-term disability, or death. When you have a stroke, your doctor may rate how serious it is. A serious stroke means more brain was damaged. When there is significant damage, your doctor may call it a massive stroke. This can mean there may be severe complications. […] After a stroke, you may develop complications. […] Muscle weakness or inability to move may also occur. A stroke can make your muscles become weak and stiff or cause them to spasm. This can be painful or make it hard to stand or walk around on your own. You may also have problems with balance or controlling your muscles. This puts you at risk of falling. […] Problems with language, thinking, or memory are another possible complication. Stroke may affect your ability to focus on a task or make decisions quickly. It also raises the risk of dementia. […] You may have difficulty speaking. If a stroke affects the muscles you use to speak, you may have trouble communicating as easily as before.

• #1

  https://www.singhealth.com.sg/patient-care/conditions-treatments/stroke

  Recovery after stroke is a natural process. Up to a third of stroke patients recover fully, a third recover partially, and a third do not recover at all. About 10% to 20% may not survive the early period after the stroke. Recovery takes time. Most recovery occurs in the first 3 to 6 months, but it may continue slowly for many years. […] There is a 5% to 15% chance a year of the stroke recurring. To reduce the chance of another stroke, all medications should be taken regularly and smoking must be stopped.

• #1 Childhood Stroke | Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/health/s/stroke

  Most people think of a stroke as something that happens to older people. But a stroke can happen to anyone, including teenagers, children, newborns and even unborn babies. In fact, stroke is one of the top 10 causes of death in children. […] A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain stops because of a clot (ischemic stroke) or because a blood vessel ruptures (hemorrhagic stroke). Blood carries oxygen and other nutrients to the bodys cells and organs. When they cannot reach the brain for more than three minutes, brain cells begin to die. The brain cells continue to die for as long as they are deprived of oxygen. […] Some symptoms of childhood stroke mimic those associated with adult stroke. These include weakness on one side of the body and difficulty communicating. Other symptoms, such as seizure, nausea and vomiting, are more common in children.

• #1 Childhood Stroke | Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/health/s/stroke

  Sixty percent of the children who survive a stroke will have permanent neurological problems, ranging from mild to significant. Children often receive occupational and physical therapies for decades to help them learn functional skills of daily living and increase movement if theyre experiencing motor difficulties.

• #2 The Timeline of a Stroke: Onset to Recovery | Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center

  https://fortduncanmedicalcenter.com/about/blog/timeline-stroke-onset-recovery/

  When a stroke happens, every minute counts. Understanding the timeline of a stroke can help you be prepared to act quickly and tackle the recovery journey. […] A stroke can be caused by two major factors: a blockage or a rupture of an artery delivering blood to the brain. An ischemic stroke is a caused by a blocked artery. A hemorrhagic stroke involves bleeding into the brain tissue from a ruptured blood vessel. […] In both kinds of stroke, brain cells stop receiving the flow of oxygen-rich blood that they need. Deprived of oxygen, nerve cells cannot function and begin to die within minutes. When these nerve cells die, the parts of the body they control are impacted and may cease working, too. […] A person having a stroke loses about 2 million brain cells a minute during a stroke, according to the American Heart Association. This is what causes the telltale symptoms, which can include: Loss of balance, Blurred or double vision, Facial drooping, Numbness in the arms or legs, Slurred speech.

• #2 Stroke – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/stroke/symptoms-causes/syc-20350113

  Look for these signs and symptoms if you think you or someone you know is having a stroke: Sudden trouble speaking and understanding what others are saying. Paralysis or numbness of the face, arm or leg on one side of the body. Problems seeing in one or both eyes, trouble walking, and a loss of balance. […] Symptoms of stroke include: Trouble speaking and understanding what others are saying. A person having a stroke may be confused, slur words or may not be able to understand speech. Numbness, weakness or paralysis in the face, arm or leg. This often affects just one side of the body. The person can try to raise both arms over the head. If one arm begins to fall, it may be a sign of a stroke. Also, one side of the mouth may droop when trying to smile. Problems seeing in one or both eyes. The person may suddenly have blurred or blackened vision in one or both eyes. Or the person may see double. Headache. A sudden, severe headache may be a symptom of a stroke. Vomiting, dizziness and a change in consciousness may occur with the headache. Trouble walking. Someone having a stroke may stumble or lose balance or coordination.

• #2 Stroke Symptoms and Warning Signs | American Stroke Association

  https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/stroke-symptoms

  Call 911 if these warning signs of stroke are present. […] F.A.S.T. Warning Signs of Stroke: Use the letters in F.A.S.T. to spot a Stroke. […] A = Arm Weakness– Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? […] S = Speech Difficulty– Is speech slurred? […] T = Time to call 911– Stroke is an emergency. Every minute counts. Call 911 immediately. Note the time when any of the symptoms first appear. […] Other Stroke Symptoms: Watch for Sudden: NUMBNESS or weakness of face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body. […] CONFUSION, trouble speaking or understanding speech. […] TROUBLE SEEING in one or both eyes. […] TROUBLE WALKING, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination. […] SEVERE HEADACHE with no known cause. […] Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S. Stroke can happen to anyone — any age, any time — and everyone needs to know the warning signs.

• #2 Different Types of Stroke | Brooks Rehabilitation

  https://brooksrehab.org/conditions/stroke/

  When it comes to a stroke, symptoms and effects can vary depending upon whether the stroke happens in the left or right hemisphere. […] Left-brain stroke symptoms include: Weakness or paralysis to the body’s right side, Speaking and language difficulties, Visual impairment, Swallowing challenges/facial weakness, Slow, cautious behavior, Varying levels of cognitive impairments. […] Effects of a left hemisphere stroke include: Hemiplegia/hemiparesis: A left-brain stroke often results in impaired strength on the body’s right side, Aphasia: Left-hemisphere stroke survivors may experience language impairment and difficulties, Apraxia of speech: Apraxia is a condition making it difficult to engage the muscles in and around one’s mouth that help form recognizable speech, Dysphagia: Left-sided stroke survivors may also experience difficulty in swallowing, Cognitive impairments: The left-hemisphere stroke specifically may cause a deficit in memory or problem-solving ability.

• #2 Brainstem Stroke: Overview of Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

  https://www.uchealth.com/en/conditions/brainstem-stroke

  The brainstem controls basic bodily functions. Even small brainstem strokes can cause severe disability because the brainstem controls breathing, swallowing, heart rate, and alertness. […] Recognizing the symptoms and early warning signs of a brainstem stroke is vital because TIME IS BRAIN. Going to the hospital early is key! There are more treatment options right after stroke symptoms start and a better chance of recovery. […] Symptoms can vary depending on where the stroke occurs, but they might include problems with balance, dizziness, trouble swallowing or speaking, and weakness on one side of the body. Other signs to watch out for are a terrible headache, confusion, changes in how awake someone is, and trouble breathing. […] Brainstem strokes have different symptoms than strokes in other parts of the brain. They are more likely to cause dizziness, nausea and vomiting, and balance problems. They can be more severe because they affect important basic body functions.

• #2 Signs and symptoms of stroke – Canada.ca

  https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/heart-health/stroke/signs-symptoms-stroke.html

  The signs and symptoms of a stroke are the same for both men and women. […] Symptoms can happen suddenly or they can come and go over a few days. The main warning signs and symptoms of stroke include: weakness on one side of your body, numbness or tingling in your face, arm or leg, trouble speaking or understanding what others say, vision problems, such as double vision or being unable to see, especially in one eye, dizziness, such as losing your balance, especially if you are also showing other signs. […] The symptoms of a mini-stroke are the same as a stroke. Even if the symptoms go away quickly, see your health care provider. Without treatment, you could be at risk for stroke within 5 years. A mini-stroke is a warning that there is something seriously wrong with how blood is flowing to the brain.

• #2 Patient education: Stroke symptoms and diagnosis (Beyond the Basics) – UpToDate

  https://www.uptodate.com/contents/stroke-symptoms-and-diagnosis-beyond-the-basics

  Stroke symptoms usually begin suddenly but sometimes develop over hours or days, depending upon the type of stroke. […] Signs and symptoms of stroke often develop suddenly and then may temporarily improve or slowly worsen, depending upon the type of stroke and area of the brain affected. […] Classic stroke symptoms can be recalled with the acronym BE FAST. Each letter in the word stands for one of the things you should watch for: Balance – Difficulty standing or walking, Eyes – Changes in vision, Face – Sudden weakness or droopiness of the face, or problems with vision, Arm – Sudden weakness or numbness of one or both arms, Speech – Difficulty speaking, slurred speech, or garbled speech, Time – Time is very important in stroke treatment. […] A stroke is a medical emergency. If you think you or someone around you may be having a stroke, call for an ambulance immediately. […] Emergency medical services (EMS) workers will respond as quickly as possible, and will take you to a hospital that can care for people during and after a stroke. […] The effects of a stroke can be temporary or permanent, and a person may lose function partially or completely.

• #2 Progression in acute ischemic stroke: Is widespread atherosclerotic background a risk factor?

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6709602/

  The underlying mechanisms are mostly neurological as opposed to the worsening in the later term, and systemic factors such as infection, electrolyte disturbances, myocardial ischemia, and venous thromboembolism tend to play a key role. […] In this study, we also found that the patients with progressing deficits had more frequently severe carotid stenosis than the patients with stable deficits. […] Our finding which emphasizes increasing cerebral perfusion pressures for salvation of ischemic penumbra is particularly important for patients with severe carotid stenoses whose neurological deficits are progressing. […] These two findings also indicate that progressing ischemic stroke patients are more likely to have widespread atherosclerotic disease than stable patients. […] Our results showed that the patients with ischemic heart disease or carotid stenosis had more frequently progressing neurological deficits than those without these diseases.

• #2 Understanding Stroke Symptoms – Covenant Health

  https://www.covenanthealth.com/our-services/neurology/stroke-care/understanding-stroke-symptoms/

  These “mini-strokes” are strong predictors of a future, larger ischemic stroke. […] Ischemic Stroke Symptoms: – Drooping facial muscles – Loss of strength or sensation on one side of the body – Difficulty speaking – Dizziness – Blurred vision – Trouble balancing. […] Hemorrhagic strokes occur when blood vessels burst inside the brain. […] Symptoms will onset faster than with ischemic strokes, and the prognosis is often poorer. […] In either case, symptoms typically progress quickly, and it’s necessary to call 911 right away. […] Hemorrhagic Stroke Symptoms: – Sudden, severe headache – Confusion or trouble speaking – Sensitivity to light – Nausea and vomiting. […] Stroke symptoms will seemingly appear out of nowhere. […] A loss of balance, blurred vision in one or both eyes, facial drooping, arm muscle weakness, or slurred speech mean that it’s time to call 911.

• #2 Learn the 5 stroke symptoms and why you need to act fast to helpmenu iconsearch iconsubscribe iconsearch iconarrow up right icon

  https://health.ucdavis.edu/blog/cultivating-health/learn-the-5-stroke-symptoms-and-why-you-need-to-act-fast-to-help/2023/05

  If you or someone you’re with has any of these symptoms, call 911 right away. […] Experts stress the importance of getting treatment for an ischemic stroke right away. On average, 1.9 million brain cells die every minute an ischemic stroke goes untreated, according to the American Stroke Association. […] Getting treated for stroke quickly leads to higher survival rates and lower disability rates. First responders can start treating someone for a stroke even before they get to a hospital. […] A stroke can happen to anyone at any age. The older you are, your chances of having a stroke are increased. However, people younger than 65 also have strokes. About one in seven strokes happen to people ages 15 to 49, according to the CDC. […] It’s important to understand your risk of stroke and ways to help lower your risk.

• #2 Women Have a Higher Risk of Stroke | American Stroke Associationpaper-airplane

  https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/stroke-risk-factors/women-have-a-higher-risk-of-stroke

  Stroke is the No. 3 cause of death in women and kills more women than men. In fact, one in five women will have a stroke. […] Learn how to spot a stroke F.A.S.T. If you see Face drooping, Arm weakness or Speech difficulty, it’s Time to call 911. […] Stroke can be different between women and men. In the United States, stroke kills more women and is more likely to be the first cardiovascular disease to appear. Dr. Mitch Elkind, a neurologist who has researched stroke prevention and treatment extensively, joins House Calls to discuss the unique stroke risk factors women face, the symptoms they should know, and how stroke can be prevented.

• #2 The Timeline of a Stroke: Onset to Recovery | Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center

  https://fortduncanmedicalcenter.com/about/blog/timeline-stroke-onset-recovery/

  Diagnosis and treatment of a stroke needs to happen within 3 hours of the time of onset of symptoms or the consequences are likely to be serious or even fatal. […] The average hospital stay after a serious stroke ranges from five to seven days. A stroke can cause long-term effects that require ongoing care and recovery treatment. Depending on the stroke’s severity and the area of the brain that was affected, effects can include: Memory problems, Difficulty speaking, Weakness and paralysis, Anxiety and depression, Fatigue and difficulty sleeping. […] Checking out of the hospital is often the start of a new chapter in treating the long-term effects of stroke. Outpatient rehabilitation might be recommended, for three months or more, to restore function close to pre-stroke levels.

• #2 Stroke – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/stroke/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20350119

  The fast acronym, F.A.S.T., is a good way of remembering stroke symptoms and what to do if you or a friend or loved one experiences those symptoms. F for facial weakness, A for arm weakness, S for speech slurring, and T for time. Time to call 911 should those symptoms occur. Sometimes stroke symptoms may be temporary, lasting only several minutes or hours, and this is called a transient ischemic attack. The symptoms should not be ignored even if they are temporary. The risk of stroke is markedly increased in the days and weeks after those symptoms occur, so seek emergency evaluation to clarify why the symptoms occurred and how best to prevent a future stroke. […] Every stroke is a little bit different because any area of the brain can be affected by a stroke. Some strokes lead to only mild symptoms, and others are more severe and have a major impact on speech, strength, swallowing, walking, and vision. The patient with a stroke will typically start therapies very early after a stroke, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. A person can continue to recover from a stroke for many months after a stroke up to a year or even longer. This recovery is a very gradual process. But don’t give up. Celebrate the gains from week to week and month to month.

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