What are the symptoms of transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
The intensity and location of the blood limitation to the brain will determine what symptoms will present as a result of a stroke or TIA. Many people present with confusion, weakness, and lethargy. If the loss of blood supply is in an area supplied by the carotid arteries, a classic presentation may include weakness or paralysis and numbness of one side of the body. The whole side may be affected, or just one limb. Often there is a facial droop. If the stroke is on the left side of the body where the speech centers are located, there may be difficulty understanding words or speaking. Partial vision loss may also be part of the constellation of symptoms. Strokes involving the vertebral arteries decrease blood supply to the base of the brain and may cause a drop attack (a sudden fall while walking or standing, and then a quick recovery), an unexpected collapse, incoordination or difficulty walking. The important distinction between stroke and TIA is resolution of the symptoms. By definit
