Brain Stroke
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What is Stroke?
A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is disrupted due to a blockage (ischemic stroke) or bleeding (hemorrhagic stroke). This deprives brain cells of oxygen, leading to potential damage or death of brain tissue, affecting movement, speech, and cognition.
Causes of Brain Stroke
Ischemic Stroke (Clot-related) – Caused by blood clots or narrowed arteries due to conditions like atherosclerosis.
Hemorrhagic Stroke (Bleeding-related) – Caused by ruptured blood vessels due to high blood pressure or aneurysms.
Transient Ischemic Attack (Mini-stroke) – A temporary blockage, warning of a major stroke.
Risk Factors – High blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, obesity, heart disease, and genetic factors.
Consultation
Early diagnosis is crucial; symptoms like sudden weakness, confusion, slurred speech, or loss of coordination require urgent medical attention.
Dr. Nikhilesh Pradhan provides expert consultation, detailed evaluation, and tailored treatment plans for stroke prevention and recovery.
Available Treatments
Emergency Care – Clot-busting medications (thrombolytics) like tPA for ischemic strokes.
Surgical Procedures – Clot removal (thrombectomy), aneurysm repair, or decompression surgery for hemorrhagic strokes.
Medications – Blood thinners, cholesterol-lowering drugs, and blood pressure management.
Rehabilitation – Physiotherapy, speech therapy, and cognitive training for recovery.
FAQ's
Sudden weakness or numbness (especially on one side), slurred speech, confusion, vision loss, dizziness, and severe headache.
Act FAST—Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty—Time to call emergency services immediately.
Yes, by managing blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol, avoiding smoking, maintaining a healthy diet, and exercising regularly.
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