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How Do I Diagnose Stroke?
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Until recently, the treatment of stroke was restricted to basic life support at the time of the stroke and rehabilitation later. Now, however, treatments can be beneficial when administered as soon as possible after the onset of the stroke. It is critical to get to the hospital and be diagnosed as soon as possible. There are several steps in the initial assessment and management of a person with a stroke.
Receiving treatment early is essential in reducing the damage from a stroke. The...
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Many visual symptoms: Was this really a stroke?
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From Our Sources
Stroke Patient Guide, Part II: Diagnosis
Diagnosing a stroke Any type of stroke is considered a medical emergency and requires urgent medical assistance, because immediate treatment... Read more »
Stroke Overview
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Your doctor will want to know about your medical history and your risk factors for stroke (hypertension, smoking, diabetes, certain types of heart... Read more »
Ischemic Stroke: Migraine and Headache Glossary
An ischemic stroke occurs when the blood supply to the part of the brain is suddenly interrupted. The symptoms of stroke are easy to spot: sudden... Read more »
Symptoms of Stroke
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
New or recurrent strokes affect about 780,000 Americans every year. On average, someone in the United States has a stroke every 40 seconds. While age... Read more »
Stroke Prevention
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A diagnostic work-up for stroke includes physical and neurological examinations, patients medical history, blood tests (to measure blood glucose... Read more »
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