{"id":7341,"date":"2025-01-22T02:13:01","date_gmt":"2025-01-22T02:13:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/momentsunfolded.com\/?p=7341"},"modified":"2025-01-22T02:13:16","modified_gmt":"2025-01-22T02:13:16","slug":"5-stroke-symptoms-you-should-never-ignore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/momentsunfolded.com\/archives\/7341","title":{"rendered":"5 Stroke Symptoms You Should Never Ignore"},"content":{"rendered":"<header class='\"entry-header' entry-header-01>\n<h2 class='\"entry-subtitle' g1-gamma g1-gamma-3rd>Recognize 5 critical stroke symptoms and learn why acting F.A.S.T. is crucial. Early detection can save lives and prevent lasting damage.\n\n<div class='\"g1-content-narrow' g1-typography-xl entry-content>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>Stroke ranks as the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of disability among adults. What\u2019s more alarming is that strokes\u00a0<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>can strike at any age<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'> and are particularly dangerous for women. According to the American Stroke Association, one in five women will experience a stroke, making it the third leading cause of death for females.\n<figure id='\"attachment_39776\"' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter aria-describedby='\"caption-attachment-39776\"'><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-39776 entered lazyloaded src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/viralstrange.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/12%5C/jan-krivec-xHD1WqJiTwY-unsplash.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Stroke\"' width='\"640\"' height='\"427\"' data-lazy-src='\"https:\/\/viralstrange.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/jan-krivec-xHD1WqJiTwY-unsplash.jpg\"' data-ll-status='\"loaded\"'>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>A stroke, often referred to as a \u201cbrain attack,\u201d\u00a0<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>occurs\u00a0<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>when the brain\u2019s blood supply is disrupted. There are two primary types of strokes:\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>Ischemic Stroke:<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>\u00a0This\u00a0<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>occurs\u00a0<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>when blood flow to a part of the brain is blocked, often due to a clot.\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>Hemorrhagic Stroke:<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>\u00a0This happens when a blood vessel in the brain bursts, caused by conditions like aneurysms or abnormal blood vessel formations.\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>In both cases, parts of the brain can suffer permanent damage, leading to severe disability, irreversible brain damage, or even death. Early recognition and swift action are essential to minimize the impact of a stroke.\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>Recognizing the warning signs of a stroke can mean the difference between life and death. According to the\u00a0<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>CDC<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>, these five symptoms usually appear suddenly:\n<ol>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>Numbness or Weakness:<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>\u00a0Sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body.\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>Confusion:<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>\u00a0Trouble speaking or understanding speech.\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>Vision Problems:<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>\u00a0Difficulty seeing in one or both eyes.\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>Trouble Walking:<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>\u00a0Loss of balance, dizziness, or lack of coordination.\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>Severe Headache:<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>\u00a0An intense headache with no obvious cause.\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>If you or someone nearby experiences any of these symptoms, call 911 immediately. Acting quickly can save a life and reduce the risk of lasting damage.\n<figure id='\"attachment_39777\"' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter aria-describedby='\"caption-attachment-39777\"'><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-39777 entered lazyloaded src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/viralstrange.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/12%5C/jesse-orrico-rmWtVQN5RzU-unsplash.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"640\"' height='\"424\"' data-lazy-src='\"https:\/\/viralstrange.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/jesse-orrico-rmWtVQN5RzU-unsplash.jpg\"' data-ll-status='\"loaded\"'><figcaption id='\"caption-attachment-39777\"' class='\"wp-caption-text\"'>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>Why Acting F.A.S.T. is Critical During a Stroke\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>When it comes to strokes, every minute counts. For ischemic strokes, approximately 1.9 million brain cells die each minute without treatment, according to the American Stroke Association. This is why it\u2019s crucial to act F.A.S.T., a simple test to identify stroke symptoms:\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>F \u2013 Face Drooping:<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>\u00a0Ask the person to smile. Does one side of their face droop or appear uneven?\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>A-Arm Weakness:<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>\u00a0Ask them to lift both arms. Does one arm drift downward or feel numb?\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>S \u2013 Speech Difficulty:<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>\u00a0Listen for slurred or strange speech when they try to speak.\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>T \u2013 Time to Call 911:<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>\u00a0Do not attempt to drive them to the hospital. Call an ambulance for immediate medical assistance.\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>Quick action improves survival rates and reduces the likelihood of long-term disability. Paramedics can begin life-saving treatment en route to the hospital.\n<div class='\"rll-youtube-player\"' data-src='\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mkpbbWZvYmw\"' data-id='\"mkpbbWZvYmw\"' data-query='\"si=6kXmAfjZ8gfLNdz0\"' data-alt='\"YouTube' video player>\n<div data-id='\"mkpbbWZvYmw\"' data-query='\"si=6kXmAfjZ8gfLNdz0\"' data-src='\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mkpbbWZvYmw\"'><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"entered' lazyloaded src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/i.ytimg.com%5C/vi%5C/mkpbbWZvYmw%5C/hqdefault.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"YouTube' video player width='\"480\"' height='\"360\"' data-lazy-src='\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/mkpbbWZvYmw\/hqdefault.jpg\"' data-ll-status='\"loaded\"'>\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>While the risk of stroke increases with age, strokes can happen to anyone, including younger individuals. One in seven strokes occurs in people between the ages of 15 and 49.\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>Some risk factors, like age, gender, and family history, are beyond your control. However, lifestyle choices and certain medical conditions significantly contribute to stroke risk, including:\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>Smoking\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>Obesity\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>Diabetes\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>High blood pressure\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>Physical inactivity\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>Understanding your risk factors and adopting a healthier lifestyle can\u00a0<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>greatly<span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>\u00a0reduce your chances of experiencing a stroke. Regular check-ups, a balanced diet, exercise, and quitting smoking are key steps in prevention.\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces='\"true\"'>By recognizing the symptoms and acting quickly, you can save lives\u2014perhaps even your own. Don\u2019t hesitate; when it comes to strokes, every second counts.\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Recognize 5 critical stroke symptoms and learn why acting F.A.S.T. is crucial. Early detection can save lives and prevent lasting damage. Stroke ranks as the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of disability among adults. 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