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- FACE: Ask your loved one to smile. Does one side of his or her face droop?
- ARMS: Ask your loved one to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
- SPEECH: Ask your loved one to repeat a simple phrase. Does his or her speech sound slurred or strange?
- TIME: If you observe any of these signs, it's time to call 9-1-1.
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∙ 13y agoNumbness, muscle weakness, or paralysis of the face, arm, or leg, usually on one side of the body, and usually occurring suddenly. speech or vision difficulties; sudden loss of understanding, confusion
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∙ 11y agoWhen you see a person forgetting or speaking in a slurp and they can't keep still or their hands are floppy and they feel so down. That is a sign. And that advert advises to speak F.A.S.T. F = face, is their face falling. A = are their arms not being able to stretch. S = speech is their speech not spoken properly. T = time to call 999. If you see anyone of these signs.
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∙ 11y agoStrokes almost always affect just one side of the body. There may be profound symptoms, or no symptoms at all. Here is a list:
F. Face drooping on one side. Smile is one-sided
A. Arms able to be lifted and held there.
S. Speech, slurred.
T. Time to call your emergency number, like 911.
Some signs or symptoms of a strokes are confusion or trouble for understanding, trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance coordination, a strong headache, sudden trouble with the vision and some weakness on the legs.
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∙ 9y agoThe sign and symptoms of a stroke are sudden numbness or weakness of your face, arm, or leg especially on one side of your body, sudden confusion and not being able to see out of one or both eyes.
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∙ 11y agoSometime symptoms of strokes come on gradually. But some of the more sudden signs of a stroke are trouble speaking, confusion and numbness in one side of the body.
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What are some of the warning signs of having a stroke?
Some of the warning signs of having a stroke are trouble speaking, confusion, blurred vision, dizziness, headache, walking and balance and the most important, numbness in the arm, leg and face on one side of the body.
What are some of the early warnings of a stroke?
Many people do not know the signs of an oncoming stroke. They can be sudden weakness, trouble speaking, and loss of vision. If you think you are having a stroke seek medical help immediately.
Is memory loss a sign of a stroke?
Memory loss is not correlated with signs or pointing to a stroke. Memory loss is highly correlated with Alheizmer's disease. Signs of a stroke are loss of muscles, usually half the body.
What are some of the signs of a stroke?
There are many signs that someone has had a stroke. You may experience dizziness. You might also feel weakness in your arms or legs. You may find you are confused. You might also feel you can't speak. There is also a chance you will have trouble with your vision.
Is numbness in right arm a sign of a stroke?
yes this can be signs of a stroke as well as a body defection
Where can I find details on the signs of a stroke?
The National Stroke Association provides a great deal of information on the signs of a stroke, as well as treatment options. There are ways to find out without checking with a specialist, but it would be beneficial to check with a medical authority.
What are the warning symptoms that may be signs of a stroke to look for?
Stroke warning signs include sudden numbness, weakness of limbs and extremities, and trouble seeing. You might also experience disorientation or become dizzy during the early stages of a stroke as well.
What are some of the signs that are present when someone is having a stroke?
Some signs of a stroke are sudden numbness in arms, legs, or face, particularly on one side of the body. Other signs include sudden dizziness, trouble seeing out of one or both of the eyes, and confusion.
Do Not Ignore Signs of a Stroke!?
Signs of a stroke must be dealt with immediately. Even if they turn out to be harmless, it's better for the patient to be safe than sorry. Stroke signs include inability to speak or move a party of the body, loss of consciousness, a sudden numbness or heaviness in a limb, the inability to control muscles, headache, disturbance in vision, confusion and dizziness. Loss of bowel of bladder control can also be a sign of a stroke.
What are some signs of stroke in women?
Common signs of stroke are the following: Numbness or weakness of face, arm, or leg. Trouble seeing in one or both eyes. Trouble walking Dizziness or loss of balance Confusion or trouble talking or understanding speech Bad headache with no known cause Common signs of stroke unique to women are the following: Face and arm or leg pain Hiccups Nausea (feeling sick to your stomach) Tiredness Chest pain Shortness of breath Pounding or racing heartbeat If you think yourself or others are having a stroke, call 911.
What does it mean when you have signs of a stroke on one side of the body and bumps on the opposite side?
It means you should visit a doctor. "Signs of a stroke" sounds quite serious, and it is too risky to try to get help over the Internet.
Can you become short of breath from the heat?
Yes, it can be one of the signs of heat stroke.
