What are the Warning Signs of Stroke or TIA?
You may have some or all of these symptoms: Unable to feel one side of the face or body Sudden weakness in an arm, hand, or leg Confusion Trouble speaking Dizziness or loss of balance Sudden onset of a terribly painful headache Unable to see out of one eye or double vision If we as caregivers recognize these warning signs and take action quickly, we could save the life of the person we are caring for or prevent a bad stroke. A healthy lifestyle is important in possible stroke prevention, which means reducing the known factors. Uncontrolled high blood pressure, heart disease and smoking are major causes of stroke. High blood pressure can be reduced by: Losing weight if it is necessary Eating a healthy diet low in salt and fat Becoming more active Limiting alcohol intake to no more than 2 drinks per day Taking medicine the way it is prescribed by your doctor Heart and blood vessel problems develop when arteries that feed blood to the heart and brain slowly become clogged with a buildup o
