BJCDNN / Tuesday, December 19, 2017 / Categories: Stroke Center, Healthy Living Know the Warning Signs and Symptoms of Stroke BE FAST The following are the most common stroke warning signs. Go to the ER immediately if experiencing any of the symptoms. A quick response can help reduce damage. Symptoms may be sudden and include: Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body Sudden trouble speaking or understanding, confused Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination Sudden severe headache with no known cause Women may report unique stroke symptoms, including: Sudden face and limb pain Sudden hiccups Sudden nausea Sudden general weakness Sudden chest pain Sudden shortness of breath Sudden palpitations Medical Conditions that Can Increase the Risk of Stroke Previous stroke or "mini-stroke", also known as a transient ischemic attack or TIA High blood pressure (hypertension is one of the leading risks for heart disease and stroke) Diabetes Heart disease, especially atrial fibrillation (a-fib) What to Do if You Suspect Someone is Having a Stroke Perform these simple checks in order. Balance: Does the person have a sudden loss of balance? Eyes: Has the person lost vision in one or both eyes? Face: Does the person's face look uneven? Arm: Is one arm hanging down? Speech: Is the person's speech slurred? Do they have trouble speaking or seem confused? Time: Call 9-1-1 now! Print 30822 Rate this article: No rating Tags: stroke