A stroke is a very serious illness that can lead to death. A stroke or brain attack occurs when a blood clot blocks a blood vessel or artery, or when a blood vessel breaks, interrupting blood flow to an area of the brain. When a brain attack occurs, it kills brain cells in the immediate area. Doctors call this area of dead cells an infarct. These cells usually die within minutes to a few hours …showed first 75 words of 669 total…

…showed last 75 words of 669 total…you have problems in the circulation supplying blood to your brain. Stroke symptoms include: ·Sudden numbness or weakness of face, arm or leg - especially on one side of the body. ·Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding. ·Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes. ·Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination. ·Sudden severe headache with no known cause. If you are experiencing stroke symptoms, it is important to see a doctor immediately.