What causes a mini stroke?

I literally spend hours worrying about how a tiny temporary clot can cause a mini stroke without anyone even realizing it. If you or a loved one had any brief numbness or slurred speech, please don't just ignore it because it went away. Go get a proper MRI and talk to a neurologist to be safe.

Don't panic, but let's take this seriously. A mini stroke is basically a brief warning system showing that a blood vessel in the brain had a temporary blockage. Just make an appointment with a neurologist as soon as possible to get his heart and brain arteries checked out. Take care.

My father had a mini stroke which we ignored because he felt completely normal after an hour, but it led to a severe stroke two weeks later. This temporary blockage is extremely dangerous if not treated. Please see a specialist immediately and get put on the correct blood thinners.

While keeping your body active and drinking warm herbal water daily keeps the blood vessels flexible, a mini stroke is too serious for home remedies. It happens due to a temporary brain clot. If someone feels sudden weakness, please rush them to a neurologist immediately.

At my age, I have seen many friends face this issue of temporary brain clots. It is a warning from God to take care of our high BP and sugar before a bigger problem occurs. Don't be afraid, with modern medicines and a simple life, you can live a very long and healthy life.

I agree with everyone saying a TIA is a serious warning sign. Getting a carotid ultrasound is highly recommended to check for any blocks in the neck arteries.

In our small town, people often ignore a mini stroke thinking it was just weakness or 'gas'. But it is actually a temporary blood stop in the brain, usually due to high blood pressure. Please go to a good town hospital and get a proper doctor to check your nerves.

I am just starting to learn about this topic because my uncle recently had a brief dizzy spell. Is a mini stroke something that can be completely cured with simple medications, or does it mean the brain has permanent damage? I would really appreciate any gentle advice on this.

In our time, we kept our blood circulating well by eating simple home-cooked meals and doing daily walks. A mini stroke is a sign of thick blood or narrow arteries, often from high BP. Do take your daily garlic and tulsi, but remember to take the doctor's prescribed medicines without fail.