Stroke
Symptoms to Watch For
When you
suffer a stroke, the blood supply to your brain is cut off. To avoid brain
damage, incapacity, or even death, you must seek treatment as soon as possible.
Check for
the most common signs of a stroke in yourself or someone else using the FAST test.
Face appearance: Smile then see if one side of the
face droops.
Arms test: Raise both arms. Does one arm drop
down?
Speech trial: Say a short phrase then check for
slurred or abnormal speech.
Time factor: If the answer to any of these is
yes take a move
When it
comes to stroke treatment, every second count. It's a waste of time to call a
doctor or drive oneself to the hospital. Ambulance professionals can assess
your situation more quickly, increasing your chances of receiving the care you
require as soon as possible.
Doctors may
prescribe aspirin or powerful clot-busting medications depending on the type of
stroke you have. The remedy works best if you take it within three hours of the
onset of your symptoms. Doctors will strive to halt the bleeding as quickly as
possible if your stroke was caused by a burst blood vessel.
The Warning Signs
A stroke might occur gradually, but you're more likely to have one or more
of the following symptoms:
- 1. Numbness or
weakness, especially on one side of your face, arm, or leg
- Confusion
or difficulty comprehending others
- 3. Speaking in
a difficult manner
- 4. Having
difficulty seeing with one or both eyes
- 5. Problems
with walking, balance, or coordination
- 6. Dizziness
- 7. A severe
headache that appears out of nowhere
Even if you're not sure you're having a stroke, contact 911 if you're experiencing these symptoms.
Prepare yourself
A stroke
affects approximately 800,000 people in the United States each year. They can
strike at any time and to anyone. It is possible to make a significant
difference by preparing for an emergency.
§ Learn how to recognize the
indications of a stroke and alert your family and friends.
§ Wear a medical bracelet or other forms of identification that specifies your medical problems, allergies, and any
medications you're taking.
§ Teach your kids how to perform the FAST test, as well as how to phone 911,
give your address, and describe what's going on.
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