Prompt treatment, initiated within the first two to three hours of a stroke, is crucial for increasing the chances of recovery. Stroke symptoms include sudden muscle weakness, difficulty speaking, ...

“Because strokes can strike at any age, it’s important to be aware of how your brain works and the signs and symptoms of stroke,” says Dr. Fan Caprio, medical director of the Comprehensive ...

Hyperreflexia and an upward plantar response may be seen contralateral to the stroke location. Specific to the left MCA territory, the patient may demonstrate expressive or receptive aphasia ...

About 795,000 Americans will have a stroke this year, but new research suggests that a common, healthy habit may reduce the risk of certain types of stroke. “We aimed to determine which oral ...

Impairment in language is a common finding among individuals with dementia and can be a presenting symptom, particularly in Alzheimer's dementia and primary progressive aphasia. Early recognition ...

There are a wide variety of neurological diseases affecting the brain and nervous system. Understanding the specifics can help you navigate diagnostic tests and choose the best course of treatment.

Millions of Britons could have a secret stroke "ticking timebomb" - unaware high blood pressure is the deadly condition's biggest cause, a charity has warned. The Stroke Association is urging ...

Sinusitis can cause facial pressure, sinus headache, and other symptoms. Treatment may depend on the cause. A sinus infection, also known as sinusitis or rhinosinusitis, occurs when your nasal ...

People who flossed also had a lower risk of afib (irregular heartbeat), according to preliminary data from a new study. Flossing at least once a week may lower the risk of stroke and atrial ...

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Nov. 27, 2024 — Researchers have analysed the effects of seven different hormone treatments for menopausal symptoms on the risk of blood clots, stroke and heart attack. The study, which involved ...

Healing the Gut Can Reduce Long-Term Impact of Stroke Nov. 26, 2024 — Healing the gut may be the key to improving long-term recovery in stroke patients, scientists have found. The latest of ...