Stroke is not like a thief in the night that will attack when you least expect it or that it just happens to anyone without a warning. It actually sends out warning signs. It occurs when the blood flow in the brain stopped or when your brain cells are just about to die.
In the past, it has been associated with older people but nowadays, even the young adults suffer from it. There are many causes of stroke and these are high cholesterol, too much smoking, high blood sugar levels, too much stress and high blood pressure.
Here are the warnings signs that a stroke is about to happen to you;
*Extreme Headache
A sudden and excruciating headache is one of the most common symptoms of an elevated blood pressure.
*Numbness of Arms
If you are about to suffer from stroke, you will feel numbness on one arm or even both. This is the reason why a person who has been hit by stroke is asked if he can raise his arms as high as his own head.
*Confusion
When there’s a sudden feeling of confusion without any reason at all, that is a sign of a possible stroke. This means that there is an inability to express thoughts or understand what other people are trying to say.
*Balance
A person suffering from stroke experiences some unexpected balance problems and coordination.
*Speech Difficulty
A person who is affected by stroke cannot speak clearly and may probably slur his words.
*Pain in the Nape
A person suffering from stroke may also feel severe pain in the nape.
Having said all these, take note of all the possible warning signs of stroke and if you feel any among these symptoms, proceed to the emergency at once or have yourself checked by your doctor to avoid further complications.
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