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Can you die from a stroke?
yes you can die from having a stroke, it really depends on how bad it is yes you can die from a stroke Not directly from a stroke itself, but indirectly from a stroke (e.g. what the stroke casuses the body) etc
Is vaginitis a chronic or acute disease?
Vaginitis can be either chronic or acute. Acute vaginitis usually comes on suddenly and lasts for a short period of time, while chronic vaginitis is characterized by persistent or recurrent symptoms over a longer period.
Incubation period for acute renal failure?
The incubation period for acute renal failure is not applicable as it is not an infectious disease. Acute renal failure is usually diagnosed based on the sudden onset of symptoms, such as decreased urine output or swelling in the body. It is important to seek medical attention promptly if you suspect you have symptoms of acute renal failure.
What is the purpose for the NIH Stroke Scale?
The NIH Stroke scale is a tool used by medical professionals to evaluate a patient's neurological deficits following a stroke. This tool is used in part to predict what the patient's short and long term outcomes will be.
What causes acute prostatitis?
Acute prostatitis is most commonly caused by urinary tract infection which is not timely cured. The diseased urinary tract may possibly infect the prostate gland, causing acute prostatitis. The acute prostatitis may also caused by acute infections of skin, tonsils, dental caries, intestinal tract or respiratory tract. The bacteria can reach the prostate gland via blood, causing inflammation of the prostate gland.
What is acute cortical infarction?
stroke
When a person exercises on hot humid days there is a danger of developing what?
Heat stroke, which is acute hyperthermia.
What has the author Sal Kanji written?
Sal Kanji has written: 'Treatment of acute hypertension after ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke: a retrospective view'
Are Tias related to strokes?
TIAs are an ominous sign of increased risk for debilitating stroke. Although most strokes are not preceded by TIAs, approximately one-third of patients who have a TIA will have an acute, major stroke days, weeks, or even months.
What is the difference between acute cerebrovascular disease and cerebrovascular accident?
Acute cerebrovascular disease is the hardening of the arteries that supply blood to the brain. A cerebrovascular accident is when a stroke occurs due to a blood clot in the arteries leading to the brain.
What symptoms after acute stroke?
After an acute stroke, common symptoms may include sudden weakness or numbness, particularly on one side of the body, trouble speaking or understanding speech, and difficulty walking or maintaining balance. Other symptoms can include blurred or loss of vision in one or both eyes and severe headache with no known cause. Prompt recognition and treatment of these symptoms are crucial for improving outcomes.
Why is CVA called a stroke?
Cerebrovascular accident (CVA), commonly known as a stroke, is called so because it involves a sudden disruption of blood flow to the brain, leading to neurological impairment. This "accident" can occur due to either a blockage (ischemic stroke) or a rupture of blood vessels (hemorrhagic stroke). The term emphasizes the acute nature of the event and its immediate, often serious consequences on brain function. Thus, "stroke" encapsulates the urgency and severity of this medical emergency.
What has the author Robert D MacLean written?
Robert D. MacLean has written: 'An institutional review of intravenous unfractionated heparin in acute stroke and transient ischemic attack'
Do you give oxygen to a acute stroke patient?
In a first aid context, yes you do. Stroke damage occurs when sufficient oxygen is not delivered to neurological tissue, result in damage. Anything you do that increases O2 transport is a good thing. I can't think of a reason not to give O2 for this.
What is a synonym for sharpen?
Acuminate, dress, edge, file, grind, hone, make acute, make sharp, put a point on, put an edge on, sharp, stroke, strop, taper, whet.
What is acute condition caused by a high fever that is characterized by confusion disorientation disordered thinking agitation and hallucinations is known as?
This may be a sign of Heat Stroke, or Heat Exhaustion. Delirium
Are the angles inside a regular octagon or acute or obtuse?
acute
