Stroke
Sudden interruption of blood flow to the brain, causing rapid loss of brain function. Time-critical medical emergency.
Also known as: cerebrovascular accident, CVA, brain attack.
Category: Neurological
Drugs labeled for Stroke
30 medication ingredients list an association with stroke in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Stroke
The following symptoms have been associated with Stroke in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Confusion
Lack of clarity and coherence of thought, perception, understanding, or action....
Dizziness
A feeling of lightheadedness, unsteadiness, or faintness, which can be caused by many conditions....
Facial palsy
Facial nerve palsy is a dysfunction of cranial nerve VII (the facial nerve) that results in inability to contr...
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Hemiparesis
Loss of strength in the arm, leg, and sometimes face on one side of the body. Hemiplegia refers to a complete ...
Slurred Speech
Difficulty speaking clearly with slurred or slow speech, which can be a sign of stroke, neurological condition...
Visual loss
Loss of visual acuity (implying that vision was better at a certain time point in life). Otherwise the term re...
Tests used to investigate Stroke
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Stroke. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests
Our standard health test panel includes thyroid testing, a CBC, CMP, Urinalysis, & Lipid Panel. These lab test...
Cholesterol & Lipid Test Panels
A complete cholesterol test (a lipid panel or lipid profile) is a blood test that can measure the amount of ty...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
Reflects average blood sugar over the past 2-3 months....
Homocysteine Levels Test
The homocysteine blood test is used to help determine heart disease, heart attack or stroke risks. If also can...
Lipid Panel
Measures cholesterol and triglycerides to assess cardiovascular risk....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Stroke, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis
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Amoebiasis due to free-living amoebae
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Behçet disease
Behçet disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Listeriosis
Listeriosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Marchiafava-Bignami disease
Marchiafava-Bignami disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Transient Ischemic Attack
A temporary episode of neurological dysfunction caused by a brief interruption of blood flow to the brain, oft...
When to seek emergency care
This is a medical emergency. Call emergency services immediately for sudden weakness, facial droop, or difficulty speaking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stroke?
Stroke is a health condition described in medical literature. Sudden interruption of blood flow to the brain, causing rapid loss of brain function. Time-critical medical emergency.
What are the symptoms of Stroke?
Stroke is associated with 7 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Confusion, Dizziness, Facial palsy, Headache, Hemiparesis, Slurred Speech. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Stroke diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Stroke include CBC with Differential, Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests, Cholesterol & Lipid Test Panels, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c). This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Stroke, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.