ASK THE EXPERTS: What are the signs and symptoms of a stroke?

ASK THE EXPERTS: What are the signs and symptoms of a stroke?

"A stroke is a blockage of a blood vessel in your brain. Depending on where the blockage is, you may experience different symptoms. Sudden onset of weakness or loss of feeling on one side of the body, new clumsiness or trouble walking, loss of vision, drooping of one side of the face, difficulty speaking or understanding language are all signs you may be having a stroke. If you or someone you know experiences symptoms like this, you should be evaluated as soon as possible." - John Cox, M.D.

Dr. Cox is a neurocritical care and endovascular surgical neuroradiology physician. Dr. Cox is playing an integral role in the continued development of the Joint Commission Primary Stroke Center at Mobile Infirmary, encompassing care from the emergency department to the outpatient clinic setting.

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