What is a Stroke?


You may have heard a lot about heart disease and stroke and wondered, “What is a stroke?” Stroke and heart disease are closely related, but stroke is a problem all its own.

A stroke is actually an episode when the brain, or a part of it, does not receive blood flow.

Strokes are also called “brain attacks” because they are similar to heart attacks but occur in the brain instead.

There are two different types of stroke that can occur in the brain – hemorrhagic and ischemic. They are both dangerous, but manifest in different ways.

A hemorrhagic stroke is when a blood vessel in the brain becomes weak and tears or bursts. This leads to uncontrolled bleeding in the brain. An ischemic stroke is when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked by a blood clot.

If you experience a stroke, the symptoms usually come on quickly. You may have no warning at all. How the stroke affects you will depend on where it occurred in the brain. In general, the area that loses blood flow will be damaged.

The damage can be minor and not even noticeable or it can be severe causing paralysis, loss of speech, dementia, and even sudden death. Strokes are serious episodes and should be taken seriously.

Signs and symptoms of a stroke include a sudden and severe headache. You may also experience loss of balance, disorientation, muscle weakness – normally on just one side – and tingling or numbness.

If you experience any of these symptoms, it’s important to seek help immediately. Getting medical treatment quickly can save your life and can decrease the severity of the stroke. Letting it go can be deadly.

Stroke risk factors are similar to risk factors for heart disease. They include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and a family history of stroke.

In addition, age plays a factor. After age 55, you’re more likely to have a stroke.

Diabetes and heart problems such as atrial fibrillation can also be key factors in risk for stroke. And while some of these risk factors are out of your control, there are many lifestyle factors that can put you more at risk for stroke.

For example, people who are obese tend to have a higher rate of stroke incidence. In addition, smoking and drinking heavily can also lead to a greater risk of stroke.

Improving your lifestyle can reduce your risk of stroke. Talk with your healthcare provider if you still have questions about what is a stroke.

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