The first symptoms that appear in a stroke
A stroke, or cerebrovascular accident, as it is also known, occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from receiving oxygen and nutrients.
When this happens, brain cells begin to die within minutes. According to information from the Mayo Clinic institute, if this situation occurs it is a medical emergency, and treatment must be immediate. Early action can reduce brain damage and impairments.
According to the portal specialists, the first symptoms or signs that precede a stroke are:
– Difficulty speaking and understanding what others are saying. You may experience confusion, difficulty articulating words or understanding what is being said.
– Paralysis or numbness of the face, arm or leg. The person may develop sudden numbness, weakness, or paralysis in the face, arm, or leg. This often affects only one side of the body. If an arm begins to drop, the person may be having an effusion, as can one side of the mouth droop when the patient tries to smile.