STROKE
A stroke is an interruption of the blood supply to any part of the brain. A stroke is sometimes called a "brain attack."
A stroke happens when blood flow to a part of the brain is interrupted because a blood vessel in the brain is blocked or bursts open. If blood flow is stopped for longer than a few seconds, the brain cannot get blood and oxygen. Brain cells can die, causing permanent damage.
STROKE RISKS
High blood pressure is the number one risk factor for strokes. The following also increase your risk for stroke:
Atrial fibrillation
Diabetes
Family history of stroke
Heart disease
High cholesterol
Increasing age
Birth Control Pills
SYMPTOMS
Men have more strokes than women. However, women have a higher risk of stroke during pregnancy and in the weeks immediately after pregnancy. Symptoms usually develop suddenly and without warning, or they may occur on and off for the first day or two. Symptoms are usually most severe when the stroke first happens, but they may slowly get worse.
Headache
Facial Droopage (Especially on one side)
Slured Speech
Confusion
Numbness/Tingeling
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