Worldwide, women have a slightly higher lifetime risk of stroke than men do. Women also are more likely to die from them, largely because they tend to have more severe strokes later in life. They also are more likely to be misdiagnosed when they seek emergency treatment for stroke symptoms...
The article presents the results of a study on stroke in women. It mentions that women are less likely than men to receive tissue plasminogen activator as a treatment for stroke. Some of the chief complaints consistent with the warning signs for stroke are numbness/weakness, confusion/trouble ...
Another phenomenon is a transient ischemia attack (TIA). This is also referred to as a mini-stroke which can be misleading. In a TIA the blood supply to the brain is interrupted by only for a short period of time. The signs and symptoms are largely the same as a stroke but it is us...
While most strokes cause symptoms on one side of the body, a brain stem stroke can affect both sides, making one unable to speak or move below the neck.Symptoms and warning signs of a stroke Remember the FAST symptoms to act swiftly during an emergency. (Credit: Shutterstock) TIA and isch...
A stroke occurs when the blood supply to an area of the brain is cut off. With a TIA, the stroke symptoms occur but go away on their own. Read on to learn more about the 14 Warning Signs and Symptoms of Stroke FAST (Mini, TIA).
How to spot warning signs of a stroke When talking about a stroke, timing is critical. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says every 40 seconds, someone has a stroke in the US - and someone dies every three minutes. FOX 2 - When talking about a stroke, timing is critical. ...
Many U.S. women don't know most of the warning signs of a stroke, according to research presented at the American Heart Association's Epidemiology and Prevention/Nutrition, Physical Activity and Metabolism 2014 Scientific Sessions. The study is also published in the American Heart Association ...
Stroke This emergency has many possible symptoms, but they tend to be the same for both men and women. Call 911 right away if you notice any of these warning signs in yourself or someone else: Face drooping on one side, like a lopsided smile Trouble walking Weakness or numbness in an ...
These images feature a range of warning signs, from the classic yellow triangle to more complex signs. These images are perfect for use as desktop backgrounds, as they provide a clear and visible reminder of the dangers that exist in the world....
Using 19 questions in a three-point scale (Yes / No/I do not know) style, the respondents' knowledge of risk factors and warning signs was assessed, and the fourth component covers information sources for managing a stroke assessed using multiple choice answers. The original survey was written...