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    A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, causing brain damage. Symptoms include problems with walking, speaking, understanding, and paralysis or numbness on one side of the body. Early treatment with medications like tPA can minimize damage, while other treatments focus on limiting complications and preventing additional strokes. The two main causes of stroke are a blocked artery or leaking/bursting blood vessel. Controlling risk factors like high blood pressure, diet, exercise, and avoiding drugs can reduce the risk of stroke. Resources for more information are provided.

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    A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, causing brain damage. Symptoms include problems with walking, speaking, understanding, and paralysis or numbness on one side of the body. Early treatment with medications like tPA can minimize damage, while other treatments focus on limiting complications and preventing additional strokes. The two main causes of stroke are a blocked artery or leaking/bursting blood vessel. Controlling risk factors like high blood pressure, diet, exercise, and avoiding drugs can reduce the risk of stroke. Resources for more information are provided.

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    A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, causing brain damage. Symptoms include problems with walking, speaking, understanding, and paralysis or numbness on one side of the body. Early treatment with medications like tPA can minimize damage, while other treatments focus on limiting complications and preventing additional strokes. The two main causes of stroke are a blocked artery or leaking/bursting blood vessel. Controlling risk factors like high blood pressure, diet, exercise, and avoiding drugs can reduce the risk of stroke. Resources for more information are provided.

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    STROKE

    Damage to the brain from


    interruption of its blood supply

    SYMPTOMS
    trouble walking, speaking, and understanding, as well as
    paralysis or numbness of the face, arm, or leg

    TREATMENTS
    Early treatment with medications like tPA (clot buster) can
    minimize brain damage. Other treatments focus on limiting
    complications and preventing additional strokes like
    medications, supportive care, surgery, or therapies

    CAUSES
    two main causes of stroke: a blocked artery (ischemic stroke)
    or leaking or bursting of a blood vessel (hemorrhagic stroke)

    TIPS TO REDUCE YOUR RISK


    OF STROKE
    control high blood pressure, manage healthy weight, eat a diet
    rich in fruits & vegetables, exercise, and avoid illicit drugs

    RESOURCES 
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-
    conditions/stroke/symptoms-causes/syc-20350113?
    utm_source=Google&utm_medium=abstract&utm_content=
    Stroke&utm_campaign=Knowledge-panel
    https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/get-stroke-
    ready/preventing-stroke

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