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future stroke.
Here are the warning signs everyone—especially adults with cardiovascular risk factors—should recognize.
Sudden Weakness or Numbness on One Side
One of the most recognizable warning signs is sudden weakness, numbness, or paralysis affecting the:
Face
Arm
Leg
It typically occurs on one side of the body.
A person might suddenly drop an object, have difficulty lifting one arm, or notice that one side of the face feels numb.
Sudden one-sided weakness or numbness is a major warning sign of both TIA and stroke.
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