Learn what is stroke and what does it effect.
What Is A Stroke?
An estimated 27,428 Australians experienced stroke for the first time in their lives in 2020, and there were an estimated 445,087 survivors of stroke living in the community.
A stroke occurs when your brain can’t get enough oxygen and important nutrients, usually because a blood clot or sudden bleed reduces blood supply.
Ischemic Stroke (Clots)
Occurs when a blood vessel supplying blood to the brain is obstructed. It accounts for 87 percent of all strokes.
Hemorrhagic Stroke (Bleeds)
Occurs when a weakened blood vessel raptures. The most common cause of HEMORRHAGIC stroke is uncontrolled high blood pressure.
Treat Stoke F.A.S.T
Stroke kills more than 133,000 Americans annually and is the leading cause of serious, long-term disability. A large percentage of strokes that happen are treatable but only if you get the right care, right away. Anyone can have a stroke and everyone should be prepared. It’s a matter of knowing what to do, taking action and spreading the word. By learning and sharing the F.A.S.T. warning signs, you just might save a life.
What Are The Effects Of A Stroke?
The long term effect of a stroke depends on which part of the brain was damaged and by how much. Early treatment and rehabilitation after a stroke can improve recovery and many people regain a lot of ability.
The most common types of disability after stroke are changes to speech, learning and understanding, and weakness or paralysis on one side of the body.
The healthcare professionals who can help you depend on the types of challenges you face. A good first step to recovery after a stroke is to speak with your doctor or rehabilitation team.
What Is Dysarthria ?
Dysarthria is a motor speech disorder in which the muscles that are used to produce speech are damaged, paralyzed, or weakened. The person with dysarthria cannot control his or her tongue, larynx, vocal cords, and surrounding muscles, which makes it difficult for the person to form and pronounce words.
What Is Hemiplegia ?
Hemiplegia, paralysis of the muscles of the lower face, arm, and leg on one side of the body. The most common cause of hemiplegia is stroke, which damages the corticospinal tracts in one hemisphere of the brain.
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