Hello, I'm a healthcare professional with experience in stroke recognition and response. A stroke occurs when the blood supply to a part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. Here are the key signs and symptoms to look out for:


1. Sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body.

2. Confusion, trouble understanding speech, or difficulty speaking.

3. Trouble seeing in one or both eyes.

4. Sudden severe headache with no known cause.

5. Dizziness, loss of balance, or coordination.

6. Trouble walking, which may include a sudden loss of coordination.

It's important to remember the acronym FAST, which stands for:

- Face: Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?
- Arms: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
- Speech: Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. Is their speech slurred or strange?
- Time: If you observe any of these signs, call emergency services immediately.

Recognizing the signs of a stroke quickly is crucial because the sooner a person receives treatment, the less damage is likely to occur.

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If you experience even one of these symptoms, call 911, pronto:Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body.Sudden confusion or trouble speaking or understanding.Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes.Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination.More items...read more >>