Stein said sudden weakness or numbness on one side of the body is one of the most obvious signs of a stroke. “For instance, someone may suddenly experience drooping of the face, difficulty lifting ...

Recognizing the signs of a mini-stroke is very important. Even though symptoms may go away quickly, they should never be ...

TIA stands for transient ischemic attack. People who develop a TIA may experience symptoms over a short period of time due to a brief interruption of blood flow to the brain. Some people may call ...

It is important to understand the causes, symptoms, diagnostic approaches, and preventive measures for TIA, underscoring why early recognition and intervention are essential. As studies show ...

This article provides a historical perspective on the evolution of the definition of TIA and reviews the associated pathophysiology and symptoms. The laboratory and diagnostic tests a neuroscience ...

Symptoms of a TIA are similar to a stroke, including numbness or weakness in the face, arm or leg (especially on one side of the body), vision difficulties, confusion, loss of balance, and ...

With stroke, a doctor must confirm the symptoms, identify the type of stroke, its location, and the extent of brain damage. In stroke rehab, a team of health professionals works with you to regain ...

A global study establishes long-term risk of stroke. Findings shows one in five people who experience a minor stroke or TIA will have another stroke within 10 years. University of Calgary ...

Nurses need to be hypervigilant when administering oral medications to patients who have experienced a TIA that may have included some of these same symptoms. The FDA recommends that patients take ...