Thalamic Stroke: Everything to Know
Learn the signs, symptoms, risk factors and outlook for a thalamic stroke, the importance of quick treatment, and what treatment may be done. A...
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Stroke Rehabilitation: What to Expect
Learn about stroke rehabilitation and the cognitive, physical and other therapies and medications used in this critical part of post stroke recovery....
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What Medications Do People Take After a Stroke?
After a stroke, you may be given medications that can help you recover and prevent a future stroke. Learn about types of stroke medication. A stroke...
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Can Aspirin Reduce the Risk of a Stroke?
Taking an aspirin after a stroke may minimize the chances of a second one. Learn more about the benefits and risks of aspirin for strokes Aspirin is...
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A Complete Guide to Stroke Surgeries
Learn about stroke surgery and common procedures that can save your life during a stroke, reduce your stroke risk, or even prevent future strokes. A...
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Stroke Diagnosis and Treatment
A stroke requires swift diagnosis and emergency treatment. Learn the steps that will be taken and the treatment and rehabilitation that follow.
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Symptoms of a Stroke vs. Parkinson's Disease
Get info on the differences and similarities between a stroke and Parkinson's disease with these frequently asked questions. Parkinson's disease...
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Cerebellar Stroke
A cerebellar stroke causes balance and vision problems and may result in short-term swelling of the brain. A stroke involving the cerebellum is one...
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What Is a Carotid Doppler Test?
A carotid Doppler test determines if the arteries in your neck are blocked by fatty plaque. This non-invasive test is a strong predictor of future...
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Experimental Medical Treatment
Learn about the pros and cons of getting experimental medical treatment, and about how you can find out where to get medications under research. If...
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How tPA Can Cause a Hemorrhagic Conversion
Learn why hemorrhagic conversion (bleeding in the brain) precludes most strokes from being treated with tPA beyond a certain time window. Hemorrhagic...
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Physical Therapy in the Hospital After a Stroke
Physical therapy in the hospital after a stroke can help you walk safely and recover functional mobility. Reviewed by a board-certified physician. A...
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Intracerebral Hemorrhage Overview
About 15% of strokes are hemorrhagic, caused by bleeding in the brain. Learn about the causes of intracerebral hemorrhage and the treatment. There...
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How Stroke Is Diagnosed
Stroke diagnosis may require CT scans, MRIs, and echocardiograms. However, these are just a few tests that doctors perform to diagnose strokes....
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Using Botulinum Toxin for Muscle Spasticity
Botulinum toxin injection can help with muscle contractures, spasticity, and bladder problems such as incontinence and difficulty urinating....
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How Stroke Is Treated
Identifying a stroke early is the key to the most effective treatment. Learn about emergency and systemic treatment and rehabilitation for strokes....
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An Overview of Spinal Cord Strokes
A spinal cord stroke, called a spinal cord infarct, is an uncommon problem with serious long-term consequences. Learn more about it. If you or a...
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Physical Therapy at Home After Stroke
Physical therapy at home after stroke can help improve strength and mobility to return to your previous level of function. See what to expect. If you...
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What to Know About Telehealth for Stroke
Telehealth services allow for the delivery of healthcare solutions through technology, improving care for people who have had a stroke. Telehealth is...
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Acupuncture for Stroke Recovery
Although the research on acupuncture for stroke recovery is inconclusive, some evidence suggests that it may help improve spasticity and swallowing....
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TPA: Tissue Plasminogen Activator for Stroke
Tissue plasminogen activator is an emergency treatment for stroke. Find out the facts about TPA, including the side effects. Tissue plasminogen...
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The Difference Between Bell's Palsy and Stroke
Stroke and Bell's palsy can both cause facial droop, but have separate causes. Learn more about the causes and symptoms of both. Bell's palsy is...
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