Advanced Warning Signs of a Stroke

With the frequency of strokes slowly rising, it’s possible that you could be put in the 
position of having to make informed choices to save the life of a family member or 
friend. If you take the time to recognize some of the warning signs, you are more likely 
to be successful when you seek medical attention. This is important because time is a 
major factor when you’re trying to retain access to the most choices possible. Here are 
some advanced warning signs of strokes to be aware of.

Transient Ischemic Attacks 

One of the most telling signs that you are going to probably have a stroke are transient 
ischemic attacks. This happens when a small blood clot blocks a passageway to the 
brain and the brain begins to malfunction. Below are a few examples of TIA that can 
accurately foreshadow the possibility that you are likely to have a stroke as soon as in a 
few hours. 


?	Slurred Speech - The most immediately recognizable sign that you are going to 
have a stroke is when you begin to have difficulty speaking. Cases of slurred 
speech have been well documented, often happening in the middle of a 
sentence. This can be very jarring to people near the sufferer and if a person is 
unaware that slurred speech or incoherent babbling are a sign of stroke, then the 
level of urgency may not be as high as it should be during the incident.  

?	Sudden Confusion - Aside from slurred speech, it is possible to become 
confused to the point of not being able to recall information that is well known to 
you, such as your place of residence or your job. This temporary condition is a 
serious sign of impending stroke, and should be handled with patience and care. 
When someone is disoriented, it won’t accomplish anything to badger them for 
details. The first priority is always to get them medical attention. 

?	Weakness on One Side - The takes place when a blood clot that is lodged in 
some part of the circulatory system and blocking the blood flow to the brain is 
preventing the part of the brains that controls that region from operating at full 
efficiency. This causes the signals sent from the brain to be weaker than normal, 
and in much the same way, weakens the effectiveness of the command sent. 



