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If you see these signs, call us or visit the emergency immediately.
Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile.
Is one arm weak or numb? Ask them to raise both arms. Does one drift down?
Is speech slurred? Are they unable to speak or understand?
If they show any of these symptoms, even if the symptoms go away, call immediately.
Occurs when a vessel supplying blood to the brain is obstructed. It accounts for about 87% of all strokes. Treatment: Mechanical Thrombectomy or IV Thrombolysis (clot-busting drugs) if reached within the golden hour.
Occurs when a weakened blood vessel ruptures. Two types of weakened blood vessels usually cause hemorrhagic stroke: Aneurysms and Arteriovenous Malformations (AVMs). Treatment: Surgical intervention and blood pressure management.
Often called a "mini-stroke," it’s a warning sign that should be taken seriously. Symptoms are temporary but indicate a high risk of a future major stroke.
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