Symptoms
Sudden weakness on one side, slurred speech, facial drooping, confusion, sudden severe headache or vision loss.
Cause
Blocked blood flow to the brain (most common) or bleeding in the brain, often linked to hypertension and clots.
Prevention
Control blood pressure, don't smoke, manage diabetes/cholesterol, stay active, eat a balanced diet.
Treatment
Medical emergency — treatment window is time-critical; clot-dissolving medication or procedures depending on stroke type, followed by rehabilitation. Commonly used medicines: alteplase (clot-dissolving, time-critical) for eligible ischemic strokes; aspirin afterward.
See a doctor if
Call for emergency help immediately for any sudden weakness, facial drooping, or speech difficulty — every minute matters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the early symptoms of Stroke?
Sudden weakness on one side, slurred speech, facial drooping, confusion, sudden severe headache or vision loss.
What causes Stroke?
Blocked blood flow to the brain (most common) or bleeding in the brain, often linked to hypertension and clots.
How can Stroke be prevented?
Control blood pressure, don't smoke, manage diabetes/cholesterol, stay active, eat a balanced diet.
What is the treatment for Stroke?
Medical emergency — treatment window is time-critical; clot-dissolving medication or procedures depending on stroke type, followed by rehabilitation. Commonly used medicines: alteplase (clot-dissolving, time-critical) for eligible ischemic strokes; aspirin afterward.
When should I see a doctor for Stroke?
Call for emergency help immediately for any sudden weakness, facial drooping, or speech difficulty — every minute matters.
Reviewed by the Swasthya Suchi pharmacy team for general accuracy · Last updated: 2026-08-10