According to the Mayo Clinic, the
following is a list of the signs and symptoms you need to know if you think
someone may be having a stroke. They
recommend noting the time when you first notice the symptoms as it is important
to know when seeking medical treatment.
The first sign is any difficulty with
speaking or understanding as well as confusion.
A person may slur their words or have trouble processing what is being
said. Another thing to look for is any
sudden numbness, weakness or paralysis in the face, arm or leg especially on
one side of the body. Ask the person to try
and raise both arms over their head at the same time. If one arm begins to fall, it may be a
stroke. Also another indication of a
stroke is if one side of the mouth is drooping when you ask the person to
smile.
Other signs of a stroke can include
trouble with seeing in one or both eyes and exhibiting symptoms such as blurred
or blackened vision or seeing double. In
addition trouble walking as well as dizziness or loss of balance and
coordination can also be signs of a stroke.
Further stroke symptoms include a
sudden onset of a severe headache along with vomiting, dizziness or altered
consciousness.
Seek immediate medical attention if
you notice any of the signs of a stroke regardless of whether they appear to fluctuate
or disappear. The American Stroke
Association’s F.A.S.T. acronym is an easy way to remember the signs of stroke. They
state that you need to call 911 immediately if you or someone you are with experiences
any of the following signs:
F Face
Drooping – Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to
smile. Is the person's smile uneven?
A Arm
Weakness – Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one
arm drift downward?
S Speech
Difficulty – Is speech slurred? Is the person unable to speak or hard to
understand? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence, like "The sky is
blue." Is the sentence repeated correctly?
T Time
to call 9-1-1 – If someone shows any of these symptoms, even if the symptoms go
away, call 9-1-1 and get the person to the hospital immediately. Check the time
so you'll know when the first symptoms appeared.
Remember the longer a stroke goes
untreated, there becomes a greater potential for brain damage and
disability. Once you have called for
emergency assistance, continue to carefully watch the person.
This
post is for informational purposes only.
Be sure to consult your medical provider regarding any health concerns
or questions.
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Sources:
mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/stroke/symptoms-causes/
strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/WarningSigns/Stroke-Warning-Signs-and-Symptoms_UCM_308528_SubHomePage.jsp
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