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How does a transient ischemic attack differ from a cerebrovascular accident?
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What is the abbreviation for transient ischemic attack?
TIA is the abbreviation for transient ischemic attack.
Is a transient ischemic attack a brief episode of bleeding in the brain?
Transient ischemic attack is a brief episode of lack of blood flow to part of the brain.
What is a ministroke also known as?
A Transient ischemic attack
Can you die from a Transient Ischemic Attack TIA?
No, as given in the name, a Transient Ischemic Attack or TIA is "transient". So you do not die from TIA. However, a TIA can progress or lead to a full Stroke. You can die from a Stroke.
What is the scientific name for the stroke?
The scientific name for a stroke is "cerebrovascular accident" (CVA). It refers to the sudden interruption in the blood supply of the brain, leading to brain cell damage or death.
Cite another name for transient ischemic attack?
mini stroke
What are the first signs of an impending transient ischemic attack?
The first signs of an impending transient ischemic attack are: numbness or paralysis in your face, arm or leg, double vision, loss of balance and garbled speech.
What is a mini stroke known as?
Ministroke is also known as a transient ischemic attack
Why does my husband sometimes sound like he is speaking with a mouth full of marbles?
The most likely explanation is that he has used alcohol and/or some type of sedative medication - which is impairing his speech. However, other causes include stroke (cerebrovascular accident), mini-stroke (transient ischemic attack) or partial seizure, among other potential etiologies.
What is when a patient Appear flushed and have headaches nausea vertigo weakness?
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
What does the abbreviation 'Tia' mean?
On the internet, it means "thanks in advance." Medically, it stands for Transient Ischemic Attack.
Temporary blood supply interference to the brain without permanent brain damage?
transient ischemic attack
