Early Signs of Heart Attack You Must Know, Even If You Are Young

If you thought stroke just attacked old people think again. Even stroke in young people could happen. It is commonly known that the risk of stroke increases with age. In the case of Katie May who died from stroke in February this year at the age of 34. She simply collapsed during a photo shoot and died soon after in hospital. Although she thought she had a pinched nerve, but unfortunately, she died from stroke.  Here’s what you need to know to find out the early warning signs of stroke despite of being young.

1. Impaired, blurred or loss of vision

The onset of stroke can cause impaired or blurred vision in one or both eyes. According to statistics, 44% of people who suffered from stroke in the UK experienced loss of vision before the stroke occurred.

2. Sudden bouts of dizziness and headache

According to David Newman, MD and also an Associate Professor in the Neurology Department of Hopkins University, dizziness is a strong warning sign of a possible stroke, especially in women younger than 45.  So, if you feel sudden dizziness or head swings and blackouts, seek immediate medical help.

3. Incoherent language

When you start to talk slurred and incoherent speech, it is the earliest warning sign of a stroke. It is also accompanied by sudden confusion and trouble speaking and understanding.

4. Sudden numbness in limbs

A sudden feeling of numbness in an arm or leg could be a sign of stroke. For instance, Katie May felt as if she had pinched her nerve. This can cause paralysis and collapse. The paralysis is linked to the side of the brain which suffers the stroke.

A good test of stroke: is to extend your arms outwards with the palms facing up for 10 seconds. If one arm falls, it indicates a muscle weakness.

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5. Pain in one side of the face

A sudden pain in any of your limbs or on one side of your face can be a possible symptom of stroke.

6. Headache and migraines

A sharp and painful headache is a common sign of stroke. A study in which participated 588 volunteers, those who have experienced a sharp headache before the stroke were mostly youngsters with a medical history of migraines. It also has been found that women were more prone to stroke than men to stroke.  If you experience this symptom, you should immediately undergo a MRI.

7. Facial weakness or droopy face

Of you feel one side of your face suddenly droopy or almost paralyzed, immediately consult your doctor.

8. Fatigue

Studies have also revealed that among patients who experienced ischaemic stroke, women were more prone to exhaustion, disorientation, confusion and fatigue.

9. Hiccups

This warning signs affects mostly women and can result sudden bout of constant hiccupping. This due to the stroke attacking the breathing center of the brain.

10. Shortness of breath and palpitations

When a stroke occurs you may suddenly experience shortness of breath due to the difficulty in breathing. This also leads to heart palpitations and rapid heartbeat due to lack of oxygen. This symptom is predominant in women, but still should not be ignored by men as well. If you experience one of these symptoms, you should immediately call 911.

I order prevent stroke, you should eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly. Also, you should rest and maintain a healthy weight.  Live a Healthy Life style! Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

Source: healthyfoodteam

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