السكتة الدماغية (stroke)

Stroke

On this page, you will find everything you need to know about stroke.

What is a Stroke?

A stroke occurs when the blood flow to a part of the brain is interrupted or blocked, leading to a lack of oxygen and nutrients needed by brain cells. These brain cells begin to die within minutes, which can cause permanent brain damage, long-term disability, or death.

There are severalIschemic Stroketypes, including:

1. Ischemic Stroke (reduced blood flow):

Most strokes (87%) are ischemic strokes. These occur when the flow of oxygen-rich blood through the artery supplying the brain is blocked by fatty deposits or a blood clot (thrombus).Hemorrhagic Stroke):

2. Hemorrhagic Stroke:

A hemorrhagic stroke occurs when blood leaks from or ruptures one of the arteries in the brain.

What are the Symptoms of a Stroke?Transient Ischemic Attack)

You may experience a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) or mini-stroke, where blood flow to the brain is temporarily interrupted, typically for no longer than 5 minutes. This serves as a warning sign for future strokes and may present the following warning symptoms:

• Sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body.
• Confusion or trouble speaking or understanding speech.
• Trouble seeing in one or both eyes.
• Sudden difficulty walking, dizziness, or loss of balance.
• Severe, sudden headache.

If you suspect someone is having a stroke, conduct the following test:

Smoking.

Alcohol and drug abuse.

• Lack ofphysical activity.
• Unhealthy diet.
• Obesity.
• How is a Stroke Diagnosed?
• To make a diagnosis, your doctor will:
• Take a detailed medical history and perform a physical examination. Based on what is needed, they may also conduct additional procedures such as:
• Laboratory tests: Blood tests to measure cholesterol levels.
• Other tests and diagnostic examinations, like:
• Brain scans, such as a CT scan or an MRI.
• Heart function tests, which can help detect heart problems or blood clots leading to a stroke, include an Electrocardiogram (EKG) and Echocardiography.
• How is a Stroke Treated?

Treatment varies depending on the type of stroke and the treatment stage, which may includes:

Attempting to stop the stroke while it is occurring.

• Rehabilitation after experiencing a stroke.
  • Prevention, either by preventing a first-time stroke or preventing another stroke in someone who has already suffered one.
  • How can strokes be prevented?
    • If you’ve had a stroke or are at risk, youCT scancan follow some recommendations to help prevent future strokes:MRI).
    • Follow a healthy,Electrocardiogram EKGbalanced diet.Echocardiography). 

Maintain a healthy weight.

Learn how to manage stress.

1. Engage in regular physical activity.
2. Quit smoking. Refer to the guide for quitting smoking.
3. Avoid alcohol consumption.

If you have diabetes, monitor your blood sugar levels.

Take your medications as prescribed if you are on treatments for heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or diabetes, and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.

• Keep your blood pressure and cholesterol levels in the ideal range.
• What are the Complications of a Stroke?
• Paralysis or the inability to move certain parts of the body, or weakness on one side of the body.
• Thinking and reasoning difficulties, including attention problems.
• Memoryissues.
• Problems with forming speech.
• Issues with chewing or swallowing.
• Problems managing or expressing emotions.
• Numbness or pain in the hands and feet.

Problems with bladder and bowel control.

• Anxiety.
• Depression.
• When Should You See a Doctor?
• Stroke is a medical emergency that requires immediate medical assistance. If you suspect someone is having a stroke, conduct the following test:
• Frequently Asked Questions:
• How long does it take to recover from a stroke?
• Recovery time varies from person to person and can take weeks, months, or even years.
• Are women more likely to experience a stroke?
• Yes, women are more prone to strokes than men. Some reasons include high blood pressure, pregnancy, gestational diabetes, oral contraceptive use (especially if smoking), and hormone therapies..
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السكتة الدماغية تعتبر من الحالات الطارئة التي تستدعي المساعدة الطبية في أقرب وقت. إذا كنت تعتقد أن شخصاً أمامك يعاني من سكتة دماغية قم بإجراء الاختبار التالي:

الأسئلة الشائعة:

كم تستغرق فترة شفاء الشخص بعد تعرضه للسكتة الدماغية؟ 

قد يختلف وقت التعافي بعد السكتة الدماغية من شخص لآخر. فقد يستغرق أسابيع أو شهوراً أو سنوات. 

هل النساء أكثر عرضة للإصابة بالسكتة الدماغية؟

نعم، تتعرض النساء إلى السكتات الدماغية أكثر من الرجال. تشمل الأسباب التي قد تزيد من خطر الإصابة بالسكتة الدماغية عند النساء ارتفاع ضغط الدم، والحمل، وسكري الحمل، واستخدام موانع الحمل (خاصةً إذا كانت مدخنة)، والعلاجات الهرمونية.