A stroke is when the blood supply to your brain is cut off. Most people who have a stroke are over 65, but it can happen at any age. Stroke is a leading cause of disability. It's vital to recognise signs of a stroke quickly and get treatment in hospital as soon as possible. Stroke is a preventable and treatable health condition so it’s also important to understand how you can reduce your risk.
There are different strokes that are classified according to what causes a stroke.
Things that can increase your chance of having a stroke include:
While some strokes can be quite mild and you soon recover, others can be more severe and cause lasting damage. Some can even be fatal.
Complications that can happen after a stroke can include:
Stroke symptoms usually come on suddenly, within seconds or minutes. A good way to recognise the signs of a stroke is to use the ‘FAST’ test.
Other symptoms of stroke vary depending on the type of stroke and the part of your brain it affects.
You might need to take medicines or have an operation after a stroke, but it will depend on which type of stroke you have. For more information, see our topics on haemorrhagic stroke and ischaemic stroke.
A stroke can damage your brain so you may need to relearn how to do certain things, or adapt how you do them. This is known as stroke rehabilitation. A multidisciplinary team of health professionals will work out a rehabilitation plan that’s designed to help you regain as much independence as possible.
Here are some suggestions that may help you while you recover.
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