{"id":363,"date":"2018-04-29T10:53:05","date_gmt":"2018-04-29T10:53:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.starimagingindia.com\/contact\/?p=363"},"modified":"2018-10-08T10:39:05","modified_gmt":"2018-10-08T05:09:05","slug":"what-should-you-do-when-someone-has-a-brain-attack","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/starimagingindia.com\/Contact\/what-should-you-do-when-someone-has-a-brain-attack\/","title":{"rendered":"Must Know: What Should You Do When Your Loved One Has A Stroke?"},"content":{"rendered":"<style type=\"text\/css\"><\/style>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2276557 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2882816 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-525897 kc_text_block\">\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook;\">The word \u2018stroke\u2019 strikes fear into the hearts of all since strokes can be fatal or have life-threatening consequences. However, knowing more about strokes and what you can do in case of one, can help you deal with this incident much better and take the right steps.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1758803 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-4161450 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3908352 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h5 class=\"kc_title\">What is a stroke?<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1512440 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2456393 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2397493 kc_text_block\">\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook;\">A stroke, also known as a brain attack, occurs when blood supply to an area of the brain gets interrupted. Our brain cells, like the other cells in our body, need oxygen and glucose to survive. That is why a stroke needs to be treated immediately to minimize brain damage. We\u2019re not trying to scare you here, we\u2019re simply stressing the fact that a stroke should be considered as a medical emergency. If you, or somebody you know, has just had a stroke, make sure you seek immediate medical attention.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-583820 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-104769 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2890657 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h5 class=\"kc_title\">3 types of strokes \u2013 your stroke determines the kind of treatment<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-442381 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2456069 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1578381 kc_text_block\">\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook;\">Strokes can be of three types: Ischemic strokes are caused by arteries being blocked or narrowed \u2013 this is similar to a heart attack, but in the brain. Haemorrhagic strokes are caused by blood leaking into the brain (usually brought on by high BP, or trauma). The third type, called Transient Ischemic Attack (TIAs), also known as mini-strokes, occur after blood flow doesn\u2019t reach some parts of the brains. TIA causes stroke-like symptoms (generally from a temporary clot), but it resolves within 24 hours and doesn\u2019t kill brain tissues or cause permanent disability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-612430 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-442527 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-708019 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h5 class=\"kc_title\">Immediate action during and after a stroke<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1365670 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2451275 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2242547 kc_text_block\">\n<p>First, know these symptoms of a stroke \u2013<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A droop on one side of the face \u2013 paralysis, numbness<\/li>\n<li>Light-headedness, fatigue<\/li>\n<li>Loss of consciousness \/ non-responsiveness<\/li>\n<li>Tingling sensation in extremities<\/li>\n<li>Slurred speech, difficulty talking<\/li>\n<li>Loss of motion \u2013 difficulty lifting one arm to its full height<\/li>\n<li>Impaired vision<\/li>\n<li>Vertigo<\/li>\n<li>Difficulty walking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook; font-size: 16px;\">If you notice these symptoms, call an ambulance (dial 102 &#8211; ambulance or 112 \u2013 emergency services) immediately. Even if these symptoms vanish within a minute, as they may with TIA, don\u2019t ignore them, even if the patient tries to talk you out of a hospital visit. Seek immediate medical attention.<\/p>\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook; font-size: 16px;\">Also, pay attention to what happened to the patient during the stroke and keep notes on this incident \u2013 even better, record the details \u2013 this is crucial information that will come in handy later.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1334564 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2774214 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-797237 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h5 class=\"kc_title\">Tests your doctor may recommend after a stroke<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-296024 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1001433 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1349569 kc_text_block\">\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook;\">A CT scan or MRI is usually done to assess the situation and begin the right course of treatment. These scans produce images that let doctors see the amount of damage in the brain as a result of the stroke. Other blood and heart tests may also be performed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3252355 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-199291 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2153992 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h5 class=\"kc_title\">Who is at increased risk?<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3608525 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2452813 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-674560 kc_text_block\">\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook;\">People with diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity issues, as well as chain-smokers, are at higher risk of stroke. Your risk may also be high if you have a family history of strokes, are older, or have other genetic predispositions.<\/p>\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook;\">An important point to remember: Try to stay calm in emergency situations \u2013 we know, it\u2019s not an easy thing to do, but relying on support from friends and family during these difficult times can make a big difference.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-4111388 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-4188582 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-473763 kc-call-to-action kc-cta-2 kc-is-button\">\n<div class=\"kc-cta-desc\">\n<h2>About Star Imaging<\/h2>\n<div class=\"kc-cta-text\">Star Imaging offers the world\u2019s most advanced technology, including 3T MRI scanners with ambient experience, 128 slice CT scanners, etc. For more information, feel free to reach out to us.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"kc-cta-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/yza.ec2.mytemp.website\/Contact\" target=\"_blank\">Book an Appointment<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The word \u2018stroke\u2019 strikes fear into the hearts of all since strokes can be fatal or have life-threatening consequences. 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