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Clinical Practice

Stroke New Journal

 Stroke is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain. It is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts (or ruptures). Sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm or leg (especially on one side of the body, Sudden confusion or trouble speaking or understanding speech, Sudden vision problems in one or both eyes. Sudden difficulty walking or dizziness, loss of balance or problems with coordination. Causes of strokes include ischemia (loss of blood supply) or hemorrhage (bleeding) in the brain. People at risk for stroke include those who have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and those who smoke. The good news is, yes! Research indicates that in many instances, a brain can heal itself after a stroke. A stroke is triggered when a blood vessel in the brain gets blocked or bursts. ... The most rapid recovery usually occurs during the first three to four months after a stroke. Some people have strokes without realizing it. They're called silent strokes, and they either have no easy-to-recognize symptoms, or you don't remember them. But they do cause permanent damage in your brain. If you've had more than one silent stroke, you may have thinking and memory problem  

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