{"id":34884,"date":"2018-07-05T23:10:08","date_gmt":"2018-07-05T22:10:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.elcrema.com\/?p=34884"},"modified":"2018-07-05T23:10:08","modified_gmt":"2018-07-05T22:10:08","slug":"stroke-how-to-recognise-it-and-what-to-do-when-it-happens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.elcrema.com\/stroke-how-to-recognise-it-and-what-to-do-when-it-happens\/","title":{"rendered":"STROKE: HOW TO RECOGNISE IT, AND WHAT TO DO WHEN IT HAPPENS"},"content":{"rendered":"

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According to The World Health Organization (WHO), a stroke is in third place on the list of the deadliest diseases and disorders. Unfortunately, most strokes aren\u2019t even noticed until it\u2019s too late.<\/p>\n

Doctors identify two types of strokes: a Hemorrhagic stroke and an Ischemic stroke, caused by a vessel blockage.<\/p>\n

An ischemic stroke can have no distinct symptoms and can easily go unnoticed.<\/p>\n

According to statistics, 80% of strokes are of the ischemic type. 37% of these stroke patients die, 31% of those who had a stroke need constant care, and 20% can\u2019t walk on their own afterward.<\/p>\n

SO WHAT HAPPENS DURING A STROKE? THIS IS WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW…<\/strong><\/p>\n

The most common reason for an ischemic stroke is a clot or a spasm that blocks the blood flow in a certain part of the brain. The tissue around the clotted vessel swells and the space in the skull is limited. The intracranial pressure increases and a headache appear.<\/p>\n

The entire brain suffers from the high pressure. During the stroke, one\u2019s arms and legs can stop moving, a person might lose their coordination or the ability to hear or speak. In some cases, even hallucinations are possible.<\/p>\n

After some time, the blood flows into the neighboring arteries and veins, and the swelling disappears along with the headache. However, the nervous system takes a lot of time to recover. Some of its functions might disappear completely.<\/p>\n

In cases of a very mild stroke, the memories of yesterday or the events that happened 10 years ago disappear. In more serious situations, the person becomes disabled.<\/p>\n

But if the stroke is recognized on time, there is a good chance that damage could be prevented.<\/p>\n

HERE ARE SYMPTOMS OF AN ISCHEMIC STROKE<\/strong><\/p>\n

* Sudden numbness or weakness on the face, in the leg or arm \u2014 especially on one side of the body.<\/p>\n

* Confusion, the inability to speak or understand<\/p>\n

* Problems with one or both eyes.<\/p>\n

* Difficulties walking, dizziness, loss of coordination.<\/p>\n

* A severe headache that appears suddenly without reason.<\/p>\n

There may be no difference in symptoms between the 2 types of strokes, but either way, the wrong approach in treatment can kill the patient. That\u2019s why it\u2019s very important to call a doctor immediately to be diagnosed correctly.<\/p>\n

Apart from the afore-mentioned, there are other symptoms that require you to visit a doctor—<\/p>\n

* A headache that leads to vomiting or the loss of a sense of direction.<\/p>\n

* The tenseness of muscles in the back of the head.<\/p>\n

* Vomiting.<\/p>\n

* Darkening of the eyes.<\/p>\n

* Looking at one spot for a long time for no reason.<\/p>\n

It’s important to please, note that these signs may indicate a stroke or other health problems.<\/p>\n

SO WHAT SHOULD ONE DO IF THEY SUSPECT SOMEONE AROUND THEM IS HAVING AN ISCHEMIC STROKE?<\/strong><\/p>\n

* Ask the person to\u00a0smile.<\/p>\n

* Check if\u00a0one side of\u00a0the face looks strange.<\/p>\n

* Ask the person to\u00a0raise both arms. Check if\u00a0one of\u00a0the arms is\u00a0on\u00a0the same level as\u00a0the other.<\/p>\n

* Ask the person to\u00a0repeat a\u00a0simple sentence or\u00a0poem.<\/p>\n

* Check if\u00a0the person pronounces the words clearly and correctly.<\/p>\n

If\u00a0you notice any of\u00a0these symptoms, you should get the person to\u00a0a\u00a0hospital immediately. Doctors say the only way to\u00a0reduce the negative consequences of\u00a0a\u00a0stroke is\u00a0to\u00a0help the person within the first hour.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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