7 Symptoms of Mini Stroke - Transient Ischemic Attack ( TIA ) Signs

7 Symptoms of Mini Stroke - Transient Ischemic Attack ( TIA ) Signs

Mini-strokes, also known as transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), are temporary disruptions of blood flow to the brain. Although they may last for only a few minutes, they can signify a heightened risk of a major stroke in the future.

During this video, we delve into the seven common symptoms associated with mini-strokes. Sudden weakness or numbness on one side of the body, slurred speech or difficulty speaking, and vision problems such as sudden loss or blurriness are just a few warning signs to watch for. We also explore dizziness or loss of balance, confusion or memory problems, and severe headaches that may accompany mini-strokes. Facial drooping, similar to what is seen in major strokes, is another crucial symptom to recognize.

Understanding these symptoms is essential because recognizing them promptly allows for immediate medical attention, potentially preventing a major stroke and minimizing long-term damage.

Join us as we shed light on the intricacies of mini-strokes, helping you become better informed about their symptoms and the importance of taking swift action. Don't underestimate the significance of these warning signs—watch our video now to ensure your well-being and that of your loved ones. Remember, knowledge is power when it comes to protecting yourself against the hidden risks of mini-strokes.

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[surgio]

I had TIA's for the last 30 years, my vision goes double and a get a headache sometimes, doctors never helped me, the testing was a waste of time, seems like thinned out blood is the cure and controlling afib with beta blockers, I made it to 70 so far so I had a good life, the next years will be all bonus ones for me, oh yeah, I made it thru Vietnam too

[theoryofpersonality]

1 weakness or numbness
2 slured or difficulty speaking
3 vision problems or blurry vision
4 dizzy and it loss of balance
5 confusion or memory issues may be temporary
6 severe headaches may also cause nausea and vomiting
7 may cause facial dropping and is temporary

[johnpelszynski]

I have those symptoms with every beer. My brother just died because of a stroke. No blood to the brain. There was no coming out of it for him. RIP BRO.

[MistressMeowMix]

I had a TIA when I was in my early fifties. It was truly terrifying. I could not speak, I could not see out of my left eye. I felt completely disoriented. Time had no meaning. I had no idea how long, I had been standing near the kitchen counter. Finally I was able to see out of my left eye and I could speak. I was alone when it happened. Luckily there was no long term damage, other than slurred words occasionally. I was very lucky. Now I am on a Statin to prevent further strokes. I also take a low dose aspirin everyday. I will be on these the rest of my life, but am thankful to be alive.

[udojvsd]

Thank you so VERY MUCH! I had a mini stroke 3 yrs ago! Didn't pay attention to the signs! Was feeling fine, but do remember myself getting off balance! Didn't pay it any attention! But when the real stroke hit me the biggest thing I notice was I got very HOT on my left side! So I thought something was wrong in my apartment! I went and got the maintenance man. He and the manger saved my life! They notice something was wrong with me!

[virginiaconnor]

My friend had a strokw when she was a baby and developed Cerebral Palsy. She had a shunt implanted, surgeries, and therapies. Still, she graduated with 3 colleges, got married, worked, has a son, and drives a car-or truck-and is more ambulatory than I am now due to my osteoarthritis.

[lindap.p.]

Thank you. My husband had three of these signs and I called 911. They took him to the nearest hospital. I had to argue with the insurance person that this was a medical emergency.

[lucindasavona]

Thankyou.
I've had 2 major strokes a decade ago.
I do have TIA's very frequently now - my speech is always affected. I do get all of those other symptoms. Sometimes TIA's happen in my sleep. It's very scary.

I live in a small town. My doctor ignores them. He doesn't even record them on his computer.

We don't have a public hospital. I must travel to another town for treatment at their hospital.
The emergency interns ignore them also too. I really don't think they know what they are!
They keep me in emergency until they're over. Then they give me 2 pain killers & send me home after it's dissipated.

I don't both going to the doctor or the hospital any more because nobody cares enough to even record it on my medical file.

[JS-uovg]

In 2015 I had been having periods of dizziness and nausea, problems with words and numbers for quite a while. I am not one to run to the doctor, although I think I had mentioned it at some point. One day at my daughters I suddenly did not feel well and began to use words which did not fit the conversation. She went to get her husband who began to do the stroke tests. They took me to the ER and by the time we got there I had lost all strength. They immediately rushed me for scans and blood work. It was determined that I was having a TIA. I was given medication for stroke - blood thinners - and was kept overnight for observation. In 2020, during COVID I suddenly lost all strength. I was, unfortunately, taken to urgent care where it was determined that I was having a stroke. EMTs were called and I was transported to the hospital. I had gotten damp because there was a light rain so I was shivering violently. She asked me why so I told her I was freezing, and maybe a little anxious. (Who wouldn’t be. BTW. Don’t ever say that.) Again I had scans. The ER doctors said that because the scans were no different from 2020 it was not a stroke. I asked what it was. No answer was given. The next morning in going over the papers there were about six to eight pages of explanation of “Conversion Disorder”. After reading the first few sentences I thought, “They should have put me in the mental ward.” Three doctors - my primary, neurologist, and the therapist I get my antidepressants from - all told me that a stroke does not always show up on scans, and ER doctors are not qualified to give that diagnosis. It took me five months to get that off my record. It wasn’t so much the stigma as the fact that, should I have another TIA or stroke, I don’t want to go in, them seeing that on my record and saying, “Oh yeah. We know what this is.” Everyone should have an advocate, no matter what you are there for, to ask questions that you may not be able to ask.

[Dave-zlky]

I used to watch those stupid ads on TV relating signs of a stroke. My wife was standing at the kitchen counter. Within seconds I knew she was having a stroke. We called 911 within 90 seconds and ATMs arrived in a few minutes. Now all thanks to the stupid TV ads my wife is doing great.

[judybritt]

My mom had several strokes (all TIAs).
I learned from her drs. that the quicker the patient sees a dr. & is treated, the better chance one has of survival and recovering from the effects of the stroke.
In my mom's case, she didn't seem to have that many lingering effects, because each time she was quickly treated and had physical & occupational therapies to help her recover. She seemed to recover from them pretty well- until her last stroke.
It is very important to call 911 & get them to a hospital if you suspect that someone is having a stroke.
I was surprised to learn a neighbor who is in her early 30s had a stroke. She was at home & happened to be talking on the phone to her husband at lunch time. When she woke up, she was in the hospital. Her husband said she started slurring her words & he immediately knew something was wrong. He called 911 & raced home to find her unconscious on the floor.
She told me she had just had her last baby and it's not unusual for women to have a stroke following a pregnancy complicated wih high blood pressure. According to her drs., that is why she had the stroke.

[josephinetucker]

I had mini stroke 6 yrs ago. I couldn't lift one leg to get out of bed that morning. Had to use my hand to lift it. Couldn't feel floor under that foot but could walk. 2 days later I called my neurologists office and spoke with nurse. Nurse called me back about an hour later. Then doctor wanted me to get to ER immediately. First 2 medical people I saw said I didn't have stroke after CT. Finally some one from neurology came in and asked me to do some things....he said you HAVE HAD a stroke. Sending your for MRI to determine if we need to keep you...

[gabrielletanner]

My husband had one, spilt his tea, i gave him 2 asprin and he fell asleep. He said he couldn't speak he was but his mouth wasn't moving couldn't get to the doctor until 5 hours later. He told me to drive him to hospital, he told me his arm was numb. 3 hours he still had not been seen. Asked receptionist how long it would be "we still people in order of importance. Another 2 hours finally seen. Took a week to find out what was wrong.

[renee_]

"Mini strokes should never be ignored." Well I've been trying to get help for 3 years and doctors kept saying "it's psychological", "you just need to work out 3 times a week", "women can't get that sick", etc. so I wasn't the one ignoring it, male doctors were. Finally a female doctor figured it out. Now I have to find a specialist that will take it seriously....easier said than done

[tsunamis]

Following a lung biopsy I appeared to be having a stroke and was sent to ICU. There I had a seizure that took 6 minutes to control. I had several MRI and was out of bed and walking around three days later. Drs said I had a TIA and could see brain swelling from the seizure. I was unable to lift left arm or leg and had lost eyesight on the left of both eyes. Just so thankful all those Tia symptoms went away in three days. However, because of the seizure I lost my driving license for a year. That was hard.

[glcee]

My mini stroke happened in my sleep, next morning couldn't move to get out of bed very very weak. Still have memory problems, difficulties finding the words in a conversation, still off balance and not as strong as I was before the stroke, hard to comprehend what someone is trying to say to me. This happened in 2018. I'm 72 years old now.

[udojvsd]

I was going to take a nap, and get in front of the fan, because I was so hot! Thank u for your article. This is the FIRST time I read something telling me exactly what my stroke was about, and how strokes happen!! THANK YOU❤

[steveath]

My mini strokes are always in the morning, just after I get up. I feel the strongest need to lie down & sleep. It feels bad but no pain. I do all the tests but no other symptoms. I take a Tocotrienol & go to bed & usual sleep for hours.

[pisachanation]

TIA is an abbreviation for 3 separate words Transient Ischemic Attack; not pronounced as if it's someones name. Just as CHF is an abbreviation for Congestive Heart Failure, or COPD is an abbreviation for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.

[velmasims]

It is so good to no these signs. Thank You so much for sharing this information.