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Stroke symptoms and diagnosis (Beyond the Basics)
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Signs of a stroke include: sudden weakness in the face, sudden weakness in one or both arms, and difficulty speaking. Call 911 immediately if you notice these symptoms. Treatment depends on the type of stroke and quickness of response.
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brain, TIA, ischemia, blood test, brain , imaging, ischemic , hemorrhagic , slurred, numb
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Rated on: 3/23/2016 2:16:35 PM
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