The 10 Signs of a Stroke in Men!
Cerebral Vascular Accident (CVA) , or stroke, occurs when there is a blockage or rupture of the vessels that carry blood to the brain, causing paralysis of the brain area that has no adequate blood circulation. Stroke is also called cerebrovascular accident (CVA).
Stroke in Men ranks third among the causes of death. And it is the leading cause of serious long-term disability. It particularly affects African-American men, smokers and the elderly. The ability to recognize the signs of a stroke can help save lives. If you think someone is experiencing a stroke, rush them to essential emergency care.
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What is a Stroke? A stroke in men indicates a lack of blood flow to the brain. It can be caused by a blood clot in a vessel or a ruptured reservoir. If the cause is a clot, the patient requires anticoagulant drugs within minutes or hours of the stroke , as well as other interventions.
These drugs and interventions are necessary for the patient to have a chance of recovery. It is likely that a bystander will have a better understanding of the situation than the stroke victim himself.
Signs of Brain Dysfunction: Stroke in men is marked by an inability to speak, a strained expression and confusion. The stroke victim may have difficulty speaking or understanding a conversation. Other symptoms related to brain disorder include:
- Dizziness.
- Loss of coordination or balance.
- Headache that comes out of nowhere.
Additional Signs: Stroke in men can affect many parts of the body, including:
- Eyes: Difficulty seeing in one or both.
- Face, arms or legs: weakness or numbness, probably on one side of the body, with an abrupt onset.
- Stomach: vomiting or appear to be sick.
- Body: feel fatigue in general.
- Legs: sudden difficulty walking.
The exact symptoms of a stroke in men vary, depending on which area of the brain is affected. Stroke in men often affects only one of the two hemispheres of the brain (left and right). Stroke in one hemisphere affects the opposite side of the body.
Helping a Stroke Victim: Call 911 immediately if you notice any of these symptoms. Stroke treatmentcan start in the ambulance on the way to the hospital. The victim himself may not be able to call 911. He may not be able to raise his arm or speak clearly. Or he may just act confused or unconscious. That’s why it’s so important to understand the main signs of stroke .
Need to Act Fast: Every second counts when a man is having a stroke . If he has an ischemic stroke , which is the most common type, a blood clot cuts blood to the brain. A drug called t-PA can break the clot. The patient must arrive at the hospital within one hour for evaluation and begin treatment within three hours.
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If family, friends, or a helpful close person knows the signs of a stroke , a stroke victim is more likely to receive the necessary care in time.