Is a mini-stroke a stroke?
A mini-stroke, also known as a TIA or a transient ischemic attack, is defined as a temporary period of symptoms similar to those of a stroke. Mini strokes have the same causes as actual strokes and are often considered warnings that a stroke is impending. About 1 in 3 people who have a mini-stroke will eventually have a stroke, usually within a year of the mini-stroke attack.
What are the symptoms of a mini-stroke?
- Weakness, numbness, or paralysis in your face, arm, or leg, typically on one side of your body
- Slurred or garbled speech.
- Difficulty understanding others
- Blindness in one or both eyes or double vision
- Vertigo or loss of balance or coordination
Typically these symptoms only last a few minutes, but some can last up to 24 hours. No matter how long they last, you should seek emergency care immediately if you or someone you know is experiencing the above symptoms.
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