Heart disease and cancer, stroke has been ranked as the third leading cause of death.
A stroke occurs When the blood supply to part of your brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from getting oxygen and nutrients. Brain cells begin to die in minutes. A stroke is a medical emergency, and prompt treatment is crucial. Early After action can reduce brain damage and other complications.
If you or someone you’re with may be having a stroke, pay particular attention to the time the symptoms began.
▪️ Trouble speaking and understanding what others are saying.
▪️ Sudden numbness, weakness or paralysis in your face, arm or leg.
▪️ Problems seeing in one or both eyes.
▪️ Headache.
▪️ Trouble walking.
Seek immediate medical attention, if you notice any symptoms of a stroke, you should consult the Neurologist, Don’t wait to see if symptoms stop. Every minute counts.
The longer a stroke goes untreated, the greater the potential for brain damage and disability. The cause of a stroke depends on the type of stroke.
The three main types of stroke are transient ischemic attack (TIA), ischemic stroke, and hemorrhagic stroke.
TIA- A TIA, is caused by a temporary blockage in an artery that leads to the brain.
hemorrhagic stroke – on the other hand, is caused by a burst or leaking blood vessel. Blood seeps into or around the tissues of the brain, causing pressure and damaging brain cells.
Ischemic stroke – is caused by a blockage in an artery that leads to the brain.
Asian Neuro Centre Neurologist is experienced, evaluating and treating about thousand patients with Stroke each year. Asian Neuro Centre are ranked among the best neuro centre for stroke treatment.
Dr Navin Tiwari
Consulting Neurologist