2007-02-13 14:03:47 · 8 answers · asked by Nelly 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Stroke is usually suspected based on clinical findings and confirmed with imaging (CT, MRI, angiography).
2007-02-13 14:07:15 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Usually it's done by a Dr. and not a lay person. They use diagnostic imaging maybe, of the brain or they can do cognitive testing of the memory to see if there are defecits and use that as a way of telling if something happened. The person may be at risk for a big stroke so they must be taken to a Dr. They can put them on medication to possibly prevent another one that may take their voice, their ability to walk and much more. Get them to a Dr. tom. please.
2007-02-13 14:10:22 · answer #2 · answered by MISS-MARY 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Top warning signs:
Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body
Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding
Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes
Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination
Sudden, severe headache with no known cause
If you think it may be a stroke, call 911 immediately!! DO NOT wait...acting quickly may make all the difference in the world.
2007-02-13 14:08:57 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are several warning signs that could indicate a possible stroke. Facial paralysis, loss of balance and cordination, slurred speech, confusion, memory loss, loss of muscle control on one side of body. If any of these symptoms are present you should consult a physician immediatly for a definate diagnosis.
2007-02-13 14:11:23 · answer #4 · answered by aebrown 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Typical symptoms include slurred speech, drooping on one side of the face or body (usually opposites), and disorientation. Depending on the cause of the stroke they may have an elevated blood pressure as well.
2007-02-13 14:07:44 · answer #5 · answered by Paula F 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The very obvious is slurred speech, partial or total paralysis on one side of the body, drooling out of one corner of the mouth.
2007-02-13 14:08:35 · answer #6 · answered by Mightymo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is one side of your face numb? If so, this is a possible sign. Can you smile normally, where both corners of your mouth turn up? If not, this is another sign of stroke. Do you have normal use of both arms and both legs? All of these things are signs of stroke. Good luck.
2007-02-13 14:08:04 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
eye pupils may become uneven or different size too
2007-02-13 14:23:21 · answer #8 · answered by Rockford 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋