Stroke symptoms are easy to recognize. They often involve at least two of the major parts of the body, especially the brain. Symptoms of a stroke can be sudden or gradual, but they always cause loss of consciousness, loss of balance, and loss of memory. Aphasia–a deficiency in verbal or language comprehension–is a common stroke symptom. Symptoms include paralysis of one side of the face or one side of the body, difficulty talking or understanding speech, unable to respond to spoken commands, loss of eyesight, seizures and/or convulsions, a stiff or rigid neck, and fatigue, weakness, dizziness, or depression.
The symptoms described above are just a few of the many that may occur during an acute stroke. Stroke symptom awareness is the first step in finding a treatment. Because each symptom can be a sign of more serious complications or be a warning of something more serious, it is important to have an accurate diagnosis. A thorough exam by a neurologist is the only way to establish a reliable diagnosis and determine the best course of treatment. When there are more than one type of symptom, particularly if they occur together, it is essential to get an accurate picture of how the patient is progressing and to find out whether any underlying medical condition may be responsible. Having the symptoms of stroke in hand will help your doctor evaluate your condition.
There are several well-known stroke symptoms. They include: difficulty swallowing, choking or drooling, unusual tiredness or fatigue, problems speaking or understanding speech, problems with vision, problems with balance, nausea or vomiting, numbness or tingling sensations, feeling weak or dizzy, a pounding or tightening of the heart, sweating, tremor or twitching of the hands or legs, and difficulty moving or balance. For those whose first language is not English, the acronym AHDM may be used. This acronym stands for: Airway Determination, Assessment, History, and Physical Examination. Often, these signs will point to other more serious conditions such as a stroke or a broken bone.
There are several other less common symptoms of stroke, including irritability or depression, poor memory, urinary or bowel incontinence, and trouble talking or hearing. These less serious symptoms can sometimes be confused with true medical conditions. If this is the case, the patient should mention these issues to his or her primary care physician, who can then make an accurate diagnosis. In many cases, however, it is difficult to determine whether or not certain symptoms are real medical conditions.
On one side of the brain, a stroke patient may notice a small visual or motor problem, such as a blurred or double vision. Another stroke symptom can be documented in that one side of the brain does not respond as it should to certain stimuli. This side of the brain is called the posterior parietal lobe. One side of the brain that we normally use can go into a coma and lose some of its functions.
Another type of silent stroke is called a secondary stroke. It occurs when the blood flow to the brain is stopped. This is believed to be responsible for about half of all cases of aphasia. Aphasia is when a person has problems remembering words or the meaning of them.
Sometimes, patients can confuse their symptoms with those of a stroke that they may have had prior to the current incident. Unfortunately, there is not yet a test that will allow a doctor to track changes in brain function over time, so a person can develop confusion later in life. This is why it is very important to get an evaluation for your health by an experienced professional. Although it can be a confusing experience, you need to remember that confusion can be just as dangerous as a stroke if not treated properly.
Many people confuse symptoms of strokes with those of diabetes or hypertension. Stroke symptoms are usually a result of a stoppage of blood flow to the brain. If this happens suddenly, you need to seek medical attention immediately. Even if you feel fine, remember that many people experience mild to serious complications as a result of silent strokes.
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