Mild or transient stroke disorder (TIA) in blood supply to the brain
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When the blood supply to the brain is interrupted for a short period of time, a TIA (transient ischemic attack) or as the common people call it a mild stroke occurs. Although a mild stroke does not usually damage the brain, it can be a warning for subsequent strokes. In fact, this stroke says that there is a clot in the patient's blood. A brain artery may close soon and the patient has a deep stroke. In other words, a mild or transient stroke. (TIA) is a temporary interruption of blood supply to various parts of the brain.. Temporary interruption of blood supply to the brain leads to a decrease in oxygen available to it.. They are short-term symptoms that are associated with a stroke.. But these symptoms disappear after twenty-four hours.... This is what causes; Some people do not notice this type of stroke or simply ignore it... But this warning should not be ignored easily... A mild stroke usually occurs for the following three reasons:
- The blood flow decreases in one of the large vessels that bring blood to the brain, such as the carotid vein.... - Blood clots in another part of the body (such as the heart) and breaking and transferring it to the brain cause brain vessel blockage... ### 🔴🔴🔴 Very important points about a mild stroke
Important tips and facts about mild stroke that you should know and consider:
- - - According to statistics, 40% of people who suffer from a TIA (mild stroke) later have an actual stroke.... - Second, almost half of subsequent strokes occur in the first few days after a mild stroke.... - Finally; The symptoms of a mild stroke are similar to the symptoms of a stroke. The goal of TIA treatment is to prevent another stroke. The medicine and treatment used depends on the exact cause of the stroke. In addition, the patient's lifestyle should be controlled and exercise, diet, alcohol and smoking cessation should be included in his daily life plan.. The doctor includes surgery, vein-opening treatments (see the blood clot treatment article) in his plan... treatments such as stenting, angioplasty and endartectomy... whether he uses this type of treatment or not depends on the level of risk that threatens the patient... (in all conditions and especially if you have had a mild stroke)
- Live healthy... - Avoid drugs, smoking, alcohol... - Exercise
- And make the Mediterranean diet a priority in your life.... - Mental and psychological stress increases the possibility of stroke.... Change your lifestyle or get help from treatment methods....
### Infographic of stroke symptoms
Symptoms Mild stroke
These symptoms tell you that a stroke may have occurred... Main symptoms Mild or transient stroke In English it is called rapid.. ### 1- face
The facial muscles may bend to one side and fall down.... It is possible that; The person loses the ability to laugh and his mouth and eyes tilt to one side of the body... Ask him to smile to find out if his lips and face are symmetrical or not.
### 2- Hands
A person who is suspected of having a stroke may not be able to raise both his arms and cannot hold his hands... because his hand may be numb... ### 3- Speaking
These people may not be able to pronounce words and their speech may be interrupted and confused... There is also a possibility that the person cannot speak at all...
### 4- Time
If you see these symptoms in yourself or someone else, you should call emergency 115 immediately.
### Is a mild stroke dangerous and when should you call the emergency room?
In the early stages of a mild or transient stroke, where it is not possible to distinguish a mild stroke from a full stroke in you or other people.. you should immediately call 115 and ask them to send you an ambulance...
Don't forget that a mild or transient stroke is a warning. This warning tells you that you are at risk of a full stroke in the future. A half-day hospitalization will be solved.... In addition to the fact that the cost of angiography is much lower than the cost of angioplasty or stroke treatments, you will be safe from a series of events and complications after a stroke... so don't doubt it.
> #### If the symptoms disappear, should I go to the hospital again?.. >
> Definitely yes!!!... If you think you have already experienced a mild or transient stroke... but the symptoms have passed and you have not received medical advice in time... make an appointment with your doctor immediately... you need to be examined.
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> **And Even if the symptoms disappear while waiting for the ambulance to arrive, a thorough examination in the hospital is still necessary.. **
Causes of silent stroke
During a transient stroke, one of the blood vessels that is responsible for supplying blood to the brain and is rich in oxygen is blocked...
This blockage is usually caused by a blood clot that exists elsewhere in the body and migrates to the blood vessels of the brain, although this blockage can also be caused by fatty substances or air bubbles.
### Is a mild stroke dangerous?. Considering that this type of stroke is usually transient and affects a small area of the brain, it is not a big risk for the patient in itself, but going through this stroke without investigating the conditions and the cause of its occurrence is very dangerous, because a high percentage of people who suffer from a severe stroke have witnessed a mild stroke in the last three months. From:
- Smoking
- High blood pressure (read the article about normal blood pressure numbers)
- Obesity
- High blood cholesterol level
- Addiction to alcohol or consuming large amounts of alcohol normally
- You suffer from atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat)
- You suffer from diabetes
- People over 60 and people from Asia, Africa or people living in the Atlantic Ocean between South and Central America (Caribbean Sea) are also at high risk of mild stroke.
Prevention of small strokes
As we said: a transient stroke is often a sign that you may have a major stroke on the way...a risk of a full stroke that may be life-threatening....Regardless of whether you have experienced a mild or complete stroke in the past, there are several ways you can follow to reduce your risk of future strokes... - Maintaining an ideal weight
- Healthy nutrition
- Regular exercise
- Reduce alcohol consumption
- Quit smoking
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