Stroke is one of the top 5 causes of death and a major cause of disability.  A stroke occurs when part of the brain cannot get blood (and oxygen) supply resulting in death of the brain cells causing loss of body function like speech, vision or muscle movement.

Classification of Strokes

There are 2 types of Strokes;

• Ischemic Stroke (where the blood flow to the brain is obstructed due to a blood clot or an embolism or atherosclerosis also known as thickening of the artery)
• Haemorrhage Stroke (where there is a bleeding due to a burst aneurysm or a ruptured blood vessel associated with hypertension)

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Signs and Symptoms of Stroke

The symptoms of the stroke depends on which part of the brain is affected by the loss of blood (and oxygen) supply.  The symptoms can be some or all of the following;

• Severe headache
• Giddiness or loss of balance
• Sudden onset of confusion
• Blurred vision or double vision
• Facial muscle weakness with saliva drooling on one side
• Slurred speech
• Weakness or numbness on one side of the hand, arm or leg muscles

These are the warning signs of impending or possible stroke.  The outcome of treatment for stroke is usually better when treatment is started early (preferably within 4 hours). 

See a doctor at a Hospital with Stroke Treatment Facilities near you AS SOON AS POSSIBLE when you experience these symptoms of stroke. Early treatment (within 4 hours) can be crucial to saving your life

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