WARNING SIGNS THAT INDICATE A STROKE –

 

Although stroke signs vary from person to person, all strokes have a common denominator – they occur unexpectedly...........

 

STROKE WARNING SIGNS

• Talking with difficulty or talking vaguely
• Hard time walking and having no control of movements
• Numb face and limbs, usually on one side

OTHER SYMPTOMS OF STROKE

• Sight problems in one or both eyes
• Complete paralysis
• Sudden depression

NOW, THE NEXT THING IS THE ACRONYM FAST TO EXPLAIN EACH STEP.

• Face: Look at the entire Is your smile crooking? Is it saggy?
• Arms: Lift your arms or try. Do they fall down?
• Speech: Just say anything a few times. Can you talk properly?
• Time: Look for help ASAP!

A stroke strikes quickly and suddenly. That’s why it’s of vital importance to act promptly instead of waiting for things to get better.

Don’t attempt to drive in this condition – it’s very dangerous as you can lose consciousness. Call 911 instead.

Even if the symptoms start to fade away, it doesn’t mean that you no longer need help. These are known as sudden episodes or transient ischemic assaults (TIAs) and they increase the risk of a real stroke.

Strokes sometimes resemble migraines, which can be confusing. But, have in mind that a stroke occurs suddenly, whereas a migraine develops with time spans.

It’s also important to know migraine signs as they increase every stimulus. People describe migraines as patterns, like zigzag or flash colors/lights. On the other hand, TIAs begin with discomfort and blurred vision, impaired hearing and less mobility in limbs.

Even though a stroke can affect anyone, it’s most typical of people suffering from:

• Hypertension
• Diabetes
• Smokers
• 55 or older
• Heart issues, atrial fibrillation and blood problems
• Genetics
• Aesthetic injuries
• Migraines

In order to prevent a stroke, it’s important to eat a healthy, well-balanced diet which includes a lot of water, fruits and vegetables. Cutting out cigarettes and taking up regular exercise is also crucial.