28/11/2025
WARNING SIGNS STROKE
✍🏽 WHAT IS STROKE?
A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts.
When brain cells are deprived of oxygen and nutrients, they begin to die, leading to the loss of brain function.
The longer the brain goes without blood flow, the more damage occurs.
✍🏽 THEN WHAT CAUSES STROKE?
- High Blood Pressure is a top cause, as it weakens blood vessels over time.
- Diabetes increases the risk of stroke by affecting blood vessels and circulation.
- High Cholesterol can lead to plaque buildup in arteries, narrowing them and increasing clot risk.
- Smoking damages blood vessels and makes the blood more likely to clot.
- Heart Disease like atrial fibrillation can cause blood clots that travel to the brain.
- Obesity and Sedentary Lifestyle will increase the risk of high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol.
✍🏽 LEARN TO RECOGNIZE THE WARNING SIGNS OF STROKE
🩸Sudden Numbness or Weakness
Especially on one side of the bod, in the face, arm, or leg. If you feel a heavy or “asleep” sensation, like you can’t lift or hold something, it’s a major red flag.
🩸Confusion or Trouble Speaking
A stroke can make it hard to talk or understand others. Look for slurred speech, trouble finding words, or unusual confusion. If someone suddenly seems disoriented or unable to communicate clearly, don’t ignore it.
🩸Vision Problems
Blurred, double vision, or sudden loss of vision in one or both eyes are often warning signs. Some describe it as a dark curtain coming down or seeing blind spots. Any sudden vision change should be taken seriously.
🩸Dizziness or Trouble Walking
Sudden dizziness, loss of balance, or difficulty walking without support can signal a stroke. It might feel like the room is spinning or you’re losing control over movement.
🩸 Severe Headache
An intense, sudden headache often described as “the worst headache of my life” could be a sign of a brain bleed (hemorrhagic strok
