Stroke In A Nutshell

Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death. Almost 800,000 people have a stroke every year. It's about one individual every 40 seconds.

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A stroke happens when the blood supply to the brain is either interrupted or reduced. When this occurs, the brain does not get enough oxygen or nutrients, and the brain cells start to die.

Strokes can lead to long-term health problems. Following a stroke, an individual may have temporary or permanent disabilities depending on how quickly he or she is diagnosed and treated.

Symptoms

Here are some of the symptoms of stroke:

· Headache, with probably altered understanding or vomiting

· Confusion, including speech and communication difficulties

· Mobility or failure to move portions of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body

· Walking disturbances, including dizziness and absence of coordination

· vision problems in one or both eyes

· On one or both sides of the body, paralysis or weakness

· Depression

Causes

If someone has the following risk factors, a stroke is more probable to impact individuals:

· Blood clot

· To be overweight

· Being 55 years of age or older

· Family History of stroke

· An inactive lifestyle

· A tendency for heavy drinking, smoking, or illicit drug use

Prevention

Tackling the underlying causes is the best way to avoid a stroke. This is best accomplished by altering lifestyles, including:

· Eating a healthy diet

· Maintain a healthy weight and BMI

· Do regular Exercise

· Quit smoking

· Avoid alcohol

· Check Cholesterol

· Keep Blood pressure under Control

· Manage diabetes

·Eating a nutritious diet includes a lot of fruit, vegetables, and healthy whole grains, nuts, seeds, and vegetables.

Therapy

Strokes are life-changing occurrences that can influence an individual both physically and mentally. Successful recovery often includes particular therapies and stroke support, such as:

· Speech Therapy

· Physical Therapy

· Occupational Therapy

· Support from friends and family