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Stroke

Also called: Brain Infarction, Cerebrovascular Accident, CVA, Cva

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A stroke is an interruption of the blood supply in the brain, resulting in damaged brain tissue. An interruption can be caused by clots that block...
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Warning signs are clues your body sends that your brain is not receiving enough oxygen. If you observe one or more of these signs of a stroke or...
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Some of the most important treatable risk factors for stroke are: High blood pressure. Also called hypertension, this is by far the most potent risk...
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A stroke, or brain attack, occurs when blood circulation to the brain fails. Brain cells can die from decreased blood flow and the resulting lack of...
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As a world leader in research on neurological disorders, including Parkinson's disease, the NINDS supports a wide range of basic laboratory studies...
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Aspirin is widely used either alone or in combination with other antiplatelet agents to prevent blood clots from forming in arteries. Aspirin is used...
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Even though aspirin is available without a doctor's prescription and has been used safely for many years by patients for fever and pain, patients...
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An ideal dose of aspirin is one that maximizes its benefits but minimizes side effects. However, the ideal dose of aspirin for primary or secondary...
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Time is critical when diagnosing a stroke. A quick diagnosis-the sooner, the better-may enable your doctor to use medicines that can lead to a better...
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When surgery is being considered after a stroke, your age, prior overall health, and current condition are major factors in the decision. Surgery is...
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If you have symptoms of a stroke, seek emergency medical care. General symptoms of a stroke include:Sudden numbness, paralysis, or weakness in your...
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A stroke occurs when a blood vessel in the brain is blocked or bursts. Without blood and the oxygen it carries, part of the brain starts to die. The...
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The two forms of stroke are ischemic -- blockage of a blood vessel supplying the brain, and hemorrhagic -- bleeding into or around the brain. In an...
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When a stroke occurs, the blood supply to part of the brain is suddenly interrupted. Brain cells die when they no longer receive oxygen and nutrients...
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The symptoms of a stroke include sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body; sudden confusion or trouble speaking or...
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