Q: What is a silent stroke?

Silent cerebral infarction (SCI), or âsilent stroke.â Silent stroke is likely caused by a blood clot that interrupts blood flow in the brain. It's a risk factor for future strokes and a sign of progressive brain damage.

Question 1

What is a pre stroke?

Accepted Answer

A pre stroke is also known as a transient ischemic attack (TIA). It is nothing but a small stroke. It is experienced when blood supply to brain is stopped for a very short period. Its effects may be experienced for a few hours or for a few minutes. The symptoms usually subside within 24 hours. They begin rapidly, and they go away very soon.

Question 2

What are the 3 types of strokes?

Accepted Answer

ischemic stroke, hemorrhagic shock, transient ischemic attack

Question 3

What happens in the first 3 days after a stroke?

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weakness, numbness, confusion, slurred speech, depression, trouble sleeping

Question 4

What is the best treatment for stroke?

Accepted Answer

The best tretament for stroke is to act fast and seek medical help immediately

Question 5

What is a pre stroke?

Accepted Answer

A pre stroke is also known as a transient ischemic attack (TIA). It is nothing but a small stroke. It is experienced when blood supply to brain is stopped for a very short period. Its effects may be experienced for a few hours or for a few minutes. The symptoms usually subside within 24 hours. They begin rapidly, and they go away very soon.

Question 6

What is a silent stroke?

Accepted Answer

Silent cerebral infarction (SCI), or âsilent stroke.â Silent stroke is likely caused by a blood clot that interrupts blood flow in the brain. It's a risk factor for future strokes and a sign of progressive brain damage.

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