The early risk of stroke can be as high as 17% at 90 days after suffering TIA.
If you suspect a problem, have the person try to pick up small and large objects. If she has trouble, she is losing coordination. Have her try to write something so you can observe any loss of fine motor control.
Face: Is the person’s face drooping? Ask him to smile to determine if one side is drooping. Arms: People affected by a stroke may not be able to hold both arms above their head equally. One side may begin to drift downward or they may not be able to raise it at all. Speech: During a stroke a person may experience the inability to speak or to understand what is being said to him. He may be confused or frightened by his sudden change in abilities. Time. TIA or a stroke is an emergency and requires immediate medical attention. Do not delay to see if the symptoms resolve on their own. Call your local emergency phone number for immediate care. The longer it takes to treat the stroke, the more damage it will cause.
An endarterectomy or angioplasty to open blocked carotid arteries An intra-arterial thrombolysis to break up small blood clots in your brain
Stress reduction: Stress hormones increase blood pressure. Sleep: Get at least eight hours of sleep a night. Sleep deficiency can increase stress hormones, negatively impact neurological health, and increase the risk of becoming overweight. Weight control: The heart has to work harder to pump blood when you’re overweight, raising your BP. Alcohol: Excess alcohol damages the liver, which increases your blood pressure.
Be forgiving of yourself if you give in and smoke a couple of times before you finally quit for good. Keep working toward your final goal, and push past the times you fell short.
Aerobic exercises like jogging, walking, and swimming are good for reducing blood pressure. Avoid high-intensity activities like weightlifting or sprinting that can cause a rapid BP spike.
