Meena Devi Meena Devi Asked 7 months ago

Can you have a stroke without knowing?

Sometimes I feel a bit lightheaded or my vision blurs for a moment, and then it passes. I've heard stories about people having small strokes without being aware of them. Is it possible to have a stroke and not know it at all?

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Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago
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My uncle had what doctors call a silent stroke, and we only found out months later during an MRI for something else. He had no clue when it actually happened. It is definitely possible.

Sneha Kulkarni Sneha Kulkarni Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Yes, silent strokes are quite common and often go unnoticed. My fitness watch tracks my heart rate and sleep patterns, which helps me notice any irregularities early, but for proper brain health, regular medical screenings are irreplaceable.

Manoj Tiwari Manoj Tiwari Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

It can happen, especially in older folks who might write off minor numbness as simple joint pain or tiredness. A practical solution is to get their BP and sugar checked at the local clinic every month without fail.

Arjun Menon Arjun Menon Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

These silent episodes usually happen due to blocked micro-vessels. Once your cardiologist clears you, keeping up with daily aerobic exercise like swimming or brisk walking is great for maintaining clear vascular pathways.

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Lakshmi Narayanan Lakshmi Narayanan Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

My grandmother always told us that sudden forgetfulness shouldn't be ignored as just old age. She was right, as our family doctor explained that tiny silent strokes can cause that. It is always wise to seek medical advice for these subtle changes.

Pooja Sharma Pooja Sharma Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Yes, it happens! Sometimes people just feel a bit clumsy for a day and ignore it. Staying active and eating fresh home-cooked meals is the best way to keep your blood vessels happy and healthy! 😊

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