Hemiparesis and Stroke
Hemiparesis has been reported as a symptom associated with Stroke in medical literature. Learn what this association means, other symptoms of Stroke, and the tests providers may use to investigate it. Educational content only - not a diagnosis.
What does hemiparesis have to do with Stroke?
In the medical literature, hemiparesis is one of the symptoms reported in association with Stroke. This means people with Stroke may experience hemiparesis, but it does not mean hemiparesis always indicates Stroke - it can have many other causes.
Sudden interruption of blood flow to the brain, causing rapid loss of brain function. Time-critical medical emergency.
Tests used to investigate Stroke
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Stroke.
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....
Other symptoms of Stroke
These symptoms are also reported in association with Stroke.
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....
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...
Frequently Asked Questions
Can hemiparesis be a sign of Stroke?
Hemiparesis is among the symptoms reported in association with Stroke in medical literature. Symptoms vary widely between individuals, and hemiparesis can occur for many reasons unrelated to Stroke. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
What else can cause hemiparesis?
Hemiparesis can be associated with many conditions beyond Stroke. Explore the hemiparesis page to see a broader list of reported associations. Always discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.
Which tests may be used if Stroke is suspected?
A healthcare provider may order tests such as CBC with Differential, Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests, Cholesterol & Lipid Test Panels, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) when evaluating Stroke. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.