TIA Symptoms
A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is a temporary period of symptoms similar to those of a stroke but doesn’t cause permanent damage. A TIA is caused by a temporary decrease in blood supply to part of the brain.
TIA signs and symptoms which usually last a few minutes and disappear within an hour.
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- Weakness, numbness or paralysis in the face, arm or leg, typically on one side of the body
- Slurred or garbled speech or difficulty understanding others
- Blindness in one or both eyes or double vision
- Vertigo or loss of balance or coordination
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Stroke Symptoms
Think BEFAST if you notice any signs or symptoms of a stroke:
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- Balance. Loss of balance, dizziness, headache
- Eyes. Blurred vision.
- Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?
- Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? Or is one arm unable to rise?
- Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is his or her speech slurred or strange?
- Time. If you observe any of these signs, call 911 or emergency medical help immediately.
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