How serious is a tia mini stroke?
My father had a small episode yesterday, some weakness in his arm for a few minutes, and the doctor said it might be a TIA, a mini-stroke. How serious is this kind of thing, and what should we watch out for?
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9 months ago
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A TIA is extremely serious because it is a warning sign of a major stroke coming soon. Do not listen to anyone recommending garlic, yoga, or home remedies for this on the internet. You must immediately consult a neurologist and get an MRI and carotid doppler done.
9 months ago
I literally recovered from a TIA episode three months ago and it was scary. Even though the weakness in my arm lasted only ten minutes, my neurologist hospitalized me for observation. I am on daily medication now and feel perfectly fine, but acting fast is what saved me.
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9 months ago
My father had a TIA where his speech slurred for five minutes and then became normal. The doctor told us it is a 'warning stroke' and put him on blood thinners immediately. The tip is to never ignore a temporary symptom, thinking it went away on its own.
6 months ago
It is a big wake-up call, honestly. When my uncle had a mini-stroke, the doctor strictly cut down his oily pakoras, mutton, and heavy salt intake. It's serious, but it forces you to change your food habits and live a healthier lifestyle before a big one strikes.
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6 months ago
Very true, a TIA is a major medical warning. Please go to an emergency room immediately if you see any temporary face drooping or arm weakness.