4 Ways to Deal with Stroke Warning Signs and Early Symptoms

I will explain the 4 early warning signs and symptoms of stroke, as well as how to cope with them. The most important thing about a stroke is that it needs to be treated quickly. Early detection is essential for prompt action. I will tell you about the 4 signals your body sends when you're having a stroke, so please keep them in mind.

Stroke Symptoms and Management

I will share with you the 4 symptoms of a stroke and how to deal with them, so please remember them well and be prepared to cope effectively if a situation arises.

1. Facial Appearance

There are abnormalities in facial appearance. One side of the face may become asymmetrical, or more importantly, when smiling, one side may not rise and may droop, which is one of the most critical symptoms.

2. Arms

When raising the arm, it may suddenly drop, or you may have difficulty making a fist. These are very typical early symptoms of a stroke. So, if you suddenly drop your chopsticks while eating or have trouble buttoning your shirt, these could be early signs of a stroke, and it's crucial to remember that.
 
Similarly, even if the individual is aware, they may not be conscious of it. Therefore, if you notice such symptoms in an elderly person, it's crucial to take them to the hospital immediately.

3. Speech

Speech, that is, speaking. Our actions, thoughts, speech, and movements are all functions of the brain. Therefore, especially speech, being a higher-level brain activity, is one of the fastest symptoms to appear when the brain is not getting enough blood supply.
 
In other words, in most cases where there's a problem with a specific area of the brain, there's a problem with speech. In severe cases, it can lead to speechlessness, but even if it's not that severe, speech may become slurred, pronunciation may be difficult, or there might be difficulty understanding what someone is saying. If these symptoms appear suddenly, it's crucial to take the person to the hospital immediately.

4. Time

The fourth is time. Time is crucial for restoring blood flow to the brain. If the brain doesn't receive blood, about 5 million brain cells die every minute. In other words, the faster the blood flow is restored, the greater the chance of brain recovery.
 
Since brain cells cannot regenerate once they die, it's crucial to reopen the blood vessels as quickly as possible to prevent further brain cell death and allow the brain to recover if the person has been unconscious.

In Conclusion

It's more important for family members or those living with elderly individuals to pay close attention to these symptoms. If such symptoms occur, it's crucial to get to the hospital as quickly as possible via 119. To do this, it's essential to remember the initial symptoms once again.