When Jo Mae arrived at the Saint Joseph Hospital emergency room, the ER team knew immediately she was having a stroke.
Jo Mae was experiencing facial drooping, difficulty speaking and weakness on one side of her body. These are common symptoms of stroke, which can occur when blood supply to a part of the brain is interrupted or reduced.
Knowing that quick treatment was important, the Saint Joseph Hospital stroke team provided a blood clot-bursting medicine that restored blood flow in Jo Mae’s brain.
Thanks to her quick arrival at the hospital and the appropriate treatment, Jo Mae has no deficits from her stroke.
Watch the video below to hear her story.
Warning Signs and Common Symptoms of Stoke
F.A.S.T. is an easy way to remember the sudden signs of a stroke
- Facial Drooping — Ask the individual to smile. Is one side of his or her face drooping downward?
- Arms — Next, ask him or her to raise both arms and note whether one drifts downward.
- Slurred or Strange Speech — Finally, ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. Is it correct? Is his or her speech difficult to understand?
- Time — If someone has these symptoms, call 911 immediately. Don’t put off medical attention, even if the symptoms disappear.