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Clinical Resource: Signs of a Stroke

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What are the most common symptoms of stroke?

The most common symptoms of a stroke are listed below; however, each individual may experience symptoms differently. If your or anyone you know has any of these signs of stroke, call 911 (or your local ambulance service) immediately. Treatment is most effective when started immediately.

Is it a Stroke?

Know the Sudden Signs of Stroke and BE FAST!

One or more of the symptoms listed may occur. Do not ignore any of these symptoms, even if they go away – take action immediately. The symptoms of stroke may mimic other medical conditions or problems. Do not drive yourself, call 911.

Balance

Is there a sudden loss of balance

Eyesight

Is there a change in vision in one eye or both eyes?

Face

Does their face look uneven?

Arm

Does one arm drift down

Speech

Does their speech sound strange?

Time

Time is BRAIN! Call 911.

What is a TIA or Transient Ischemic Attack?

A TIA, commonly called a “mini-stroke”, is a stroke warning, where the same symptoms can occur suddenly, but only last for a few minutes or around 20 minutes. The risk of stroke is greatly increased in the thirty days following a TIA; therefore you should call for medical help immediately if you suspect a TIA. You may not have a TIA before you have  a stroke.

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