What are the symptoms and FAST recognition of stroke ?
Signs and Symptoms of Stroke are - Sudden weakness, numbness and loss of control on one side of the face, arms and legs - Difficulty in speaking or complete inability to speak - Difficulty in perceiving and understanding the speech - Lack of mental clarity and confusion - Partial or total loss of vision in one of both eyes - Lack of co-ordination - Dizziness - Trouble walking and maintaining balance - Severe headache What is F.A.S.T recognition for stroke? F – Face: Request the person to smile. If one side droops, it confirms stroke. A – Arms: Request the person to raise both arms. If there is weakness in one arm, it confirms stroke. S – Speech: Request the person to repeat a phrase few times. If the speech is slurry and unclear, it confirms stroke. T – Time: Upon confirmation of stroke, call 911 or any ambulance service without any delay!