What are the Signs & Symptoms of a Stroke?
A stroke or suspected stroke is always a medical emergency. A sudden onset of one or more of these signs may mean a stroke is occurring. Call 911 or your local emergency number immediately. The sooner you get help, the more doctors can do to prevent permanent damage. • Sudden severe headache with no known cause • Sudden weakness or numbness of the face, arm or leg on one side of the body • Loss of vision or visual disturbances or dimness, especially if it occurs in only one eye • Unexplained dizziness, loss of balance, unsteadiness or a sudden fall, especially if accompanied by any of the other symptoms • Sudden confusion, slurred speech or difficulty speaking or communicating • Unconsciousness In addition to the common stroke symptoms that are seen in both men and women, women may also experience unique symptoms that aren’t immediately identified as possible signs of a stroke.
