TIA
What is TIA❓
A blood clot that stuck in a small vessel in the brain 🧠
Clot normally breaks up or other blood vessels can compensate
Oxygen is not supplied to brain cells 🧠
Symptoms last less than 24 hours ⌛
What are the symptoms of TIA❓
Weakness of limbs
Problems with vision, speech and balance 👁
Confusion
Numbness
How do you diagnose TIA❓
Brain CT scan 🧠
Blood tests 💉
How do you treat TIA❓
Medicine to break down blood clots 💊
Surgery to remove clots 🏨
Rehabilitation 🏨
Improving diet and exercise 🍏
Why should I worry about TIA❓
Can cause death and long-term disability ⌛