Stroke, or cerebrovascular accident, is one of the most feared health pathologies. Indeed, the signs are not always recognizable and without rapid treatment, the patient generally has serious after-effects or may even die.
During a stroke, the brain is temporarily no longer irrigated and is therefore deprived of oxygen with the risks that we know about. This may be due to a clot blocking circulation or a ruptured blood vessel. The first is the most common, with almost 80% of cases, for 20% of hemorrhagic situations.
Worrying explanations which underline the seriousness of the stroke and the absolute need to react quickly.
To do this, prevention and awareness are absolutely essential.
Here are some symptoms to recognize.
When a person feels numb on one side of their body, has a smile that only touches half of their mouth, or cannot raise both hands, it is cause for concern.
Difficulty breathing can accompany a stroke.
A person who faints should also be seen quickly by a doctor.
Sight can also be affected: blurry, cloudy, asymmetrical…
Just like speech, via speech difficulties.
Severe headaches
Loss of balance should also be taken seriously.
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