Stroke Disease

Middle Cerebral Artery Stroke is a sharp disruption of the normal blood supply to the brain. By the nature of the disorders, there are two main types of stroke: ischemic (often called cerebral artery infarction); hemorrhagic (including subarachnoid hemorrhage). The word ischemic literally means that the blood does not flow sufficiently to this or that…

Lacunar stroke is an ischemic cerebral infarction limited to the territory of the blood supply to one of the small perforating arteries located in the deep regions of the hemispheres and the brain stem. In the process of organizing a lacunar infarction, a rounded cavity is formed, filled with cerebrospinal fluid – a lacuna. Lacunar…

Effective secondary prevention of cerebral stroke is impossible without knowledge of the causes of this disease. A stroke is a serious (acute) problem with blood circulation in the brain. The reason may be a rupture of, not necessarily a large, vessel; this type of stroke is called hemorrhagic. Or a blood clot blocking the blood…

A TIA is a temporary break in the supply of oxygen to the brain. Oxygen deficiency in brain tissue makes brain cells unable to function, which causes various symptoms. Although it is dangerous to health, patients often ignore the symptoms because they pass after a few minutes or hours. What are the causes and signs…

A stroke of the brainstem is a disturbance of blood supply to the specified site of a brain that occurs quickly and unexpectedly. Brain stem stroke is one of the most dangerous clinical conditions. Thus, it is essential to remember the symptoms to call emergency services on time.  The brain stem is the part of…

We’re sure you’ve heard about strokes and why people over the age of 65 should be afraid of them. However, not everyone knows about the causes of a mini-stroke. In a mini-stroke, the brain cells malfunction quickly and cause symptoms similar to a stroke. However, the symptoms and signs of a mini-stroke usually disappear within…

Stroke is one of the most frequent causes of death among all diseases, and doctors also note that over the past decade, the age at which people have a stroke has significantly decreased. Patients who have had strokes are often not exempt from all its effects.  Its consequences are difficult to treat, so it is…

Stroke is a hazardous medical occurrence that can be fatal for the patient. However, there is a massive chance of paralysis in the human body after the stroke. Paralysis is a condition when a person is unable to move their muscles.  There is a high possibility that the stroke disrupted the exchange of instructions between…

Transient ischemic attack (TIA) is a circulatory disturbance that leads to oxygen deprivation in the affected area of the brain. The peculiarity of this condition is that its symptoms are similar to those of a stroke. These symptoms persist for up to 24 hours, after which they often disappear. Since the manifestations and symptoms of…

Stroke is a hazardous occurrence, and it is essential to know what you should do if someone near you has it. Your actions during the next minute can save someone’s life. Many doctors describe stroke as a “brain attack.” It occurs when the oxygen and blood flow are stopped from entering the brain. If there…