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Are Headaches And Stroke Related?
Stroke secondary to atrial fibrillation; Cardioembolic stroke
Symptoms
Symptoms of stroke occur suddenly and include:
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Numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg (especially on one side of the body) -
Tingling or otherabnormal sensations - Confusion, trouble speaking, or understanding speech
- Problems seeing out of one or both eyes
- Dizziness
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Loss of coordination and balance,...
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