1. Stiff Tongue: Sudden speech difficulties, unclear pronunciation, and difficulty swallowing. Seeking immediate medical attention is crucial.
2. Dizziness and Headaches: Common signs of a stroke caused by increased intracranial pressure. Prompt identification and treatment are crucial.
3. Blurred Vision: Three reasons: direct impact on the visual center, bleeding in the eye's blood vessels, and optic nerve swelling.
Regular eye exams are essential for hypertensive patients.
4. Limb Numbness: Facial, arm, and finger numbness may indicate issues with brain blood vessels. Prompt medical attention is necessary.
5. Temporary Blindness: Prior to a stroke, individuals may experience temporary blindness or "seeing black.
" Can be due to optic nerve compression.
