Studies show that stroke warning symptoms may appear up to a week before it actually happens.
According to research data , published by The Lancet, up to 90% of strokes that occur can be prevented, provided that people receive medical care at the first sign of this vascular catastrophe of the brain. Experts note that a week before a stroke, symptoms may appear that foreshadow its onset, and they need to be addressed accordingly.
What warning signs do doctors advise to pay attention to?
Mini- stroke or TIA.A mini-stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA) occurs when a blood vessel that feeds the brain is blocked by a temporary thrombus (it dissolves on its own). Unlike a stroke, TIA does not cause permanent damage to brain cells. At the same time, this condition often “warns” of an impending stroke. About four out of ten people who have had a TIA will eventually have a stroke, so it is important to see a doctor if one occurs, even though adverse symptoms go away on their own. They usually include headache, numbness, and tingling on one side of the body.
Sudden delirium. According to the American Academy of Neurology, some people have experienced sudden delirium in the week or weeks before a stroke. or confusion, a condition in which the affected person cannot think or speak clearly.
“If you suspect delirium, ask the person for their name, age, and today's date. If his answers are uncertain or he cannot answer, he most likely needs medical help.”
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