About Stroke
Stroke happens when blood supply to part of the brain is blocked or bleeding occurs. It is a medical emergency.
Stroke symptoms
- face drooping
- arm weakness
- speech difficulty
- sudden vision loss
- severe sudden headache
Common causes of Stroke
- blocked artery
- brain bleeding
- high BP
- diabetes
- heart rhythm problems
Stroke treatment options
- Any suspected stroke needs emergency hospital care immediately. Time is critical.
Safe home care for Stroke
- call emergency help immediately
- do not wait for symptoms to improve
Emergency signs for Stroke
- difficulty breathing
- chest pain
- confusion or fainting
- severe dehydration
- blood in vomit, stool, urine, or sputum
- severe abdominal pain
- high fever that does not improve
- symptoms in pregnancy, infants, elderly patients, or immunocompromised patients
Medicines related to Stroke
Ask a qualified doctor or pharmacist before using medicines for Stroke.