7 Stroke Symptoms 1 month before it happens (Detect it Quickly)

1. Facial drooping: One side of the face may droop or feel numb. When the person tries to smile, one side of the mouth may not move up as much as the other.Opens in a new windowwww.medicalnewstoday.comFacial drooping stroke symptom
2. Arm weakness: One arm may feel weak or numb. When the person raises both arms, one arm may drift downward.Opens in a new windowmy.clevelandclinic.orgArm weakness stroke symptom
3. Speech difficulties: Speech may be slurred or difficult to understand. The person may be unable to speak at all.Opens in a new windowwww.cdc.govSpeech difficulties stroke symptom
4. Trouble seeing: Vision in one or both eyes may suddenly become blurry or dim. The person may also have double vision.Opens in a new windowtw.pixtastock.comTrouble seeing stroke symptom
5. Severe headache: A sudden severe headache, which may be described as the worst headache of their life, could be a sign of a stroke.Opens in a new windowsunrisehospital.comSevere headache stroke symptom
6. Dizziness: The person may feel dizzy, lose their balance, or have difficulty walking.Opens in a new windowwww.verywellhealth.comDizziness stroke symptom
7. Confusion: The person may seem confused, disoriented, or unable to understand what is happening around them.Opens in a new windowwww.genesishealth.comConfusion stroke symptom

Remember: Not everyone will experience all of these symptoms. If you or someone you know experiences any of these symptoms, call 911 immediately. Every minute counts when it comes to stroke treatment.

Here is an easy way to remember the FAST signs of stroke:

• F: Face drooping
• A: Arm weakness
• S: Speech difficulty
• T: Time to call emergency services

If you see any of these signs, call 911 right away. Don’t wait to see if the symptoms go away. A stroke is a medical emergency, and prompt treatment can help minimize brain damage and improve the chances of a full recovery.

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