What is Stroke?

Stroke is sudden onset of neurological disability. It happens because of sudden blockage of blood vessel in the brain or sudden bleeding in the brain. Within minutes, the affect part of the brain dies. On average, every year, 26,000 new patients suffer from stroke in Hong Kong. The peak time for onset of stroke is when temperature suddenly drops, e.g. around November to December.

Symptoms of stroke

The symptoms of stroke include
(1) weakness or numbness of the face, arm or leg,
(2) confusion and drowsiness,
(3) difficult to speak,
(4) dizziness,
(5) blurring of vision,
(6) severe headache,
(7) incontinenece,
(8) vomiting,
(9) coma.

Mini-stroke means patients suffered for one or more of the above named symptoms, but only temporarily.




Reference: http://www.brain-spine.com.hk/index-english.html
The information provided aims to provide educational purpose, if you have the described conditions as above, please consult your neurosurgeon.