How to assess stroke?

Please, if you even suspect something, rush to the hospital immediately! My uncle had very subtle symptoms, we thought it was just fatigue, and by the time we realized, it was too late to fully reverse the damage. Every minute counts in a stroke. Don't try to assess, just act fast and get professional help.

Use the FAST test and call emergency immediately. Don't wait.

I've been reading about the 'FAST' method too – Face, Arm, Speech, Time. It seems like the simplest way to remember the key signs. But I guess the most important part is the 'Time' and not delaying getting medical help. It's scary to think about, but good to be informed, right?

Assess a stroke? Mere bhai, if you think someone is having one, you don't 'assess', you dial 102 faster than you can say 'ambulance'! This isn't a quiz. If their face looks like it's melting, or they can't lift an arm, or sound like they've had too many beers, just call for help. No time for Google, just go.

Beta, this is a serious matter. Don't try to assess it yourself at home. If you see any signs – like someone's face suddenly drooping, or they can't lift their arm, or their speech becomes slurred – don't waste a single minute. Call the ambulance right away. Time is very important for these things, we've seen it with older relatives.