A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is a warning stroke, but is commonly referred to by the public as a mini-stroke.
TIA is a medical emergency with the same symptoms as ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. Because most TIA symptoms last from only a few minutes up to 24 hours, they are often dismissed and not taken seriously.
TIAs, which occur before about 15% of strokes, are considered “warning strokes” — they are associated with additional TIAs, full-blown strokes or other cardiovascular problems later. Most of these later health problems happen within just days or weeks of the TIA, so early interventions to reduce risk are vital.
Remember “F.A.S.T.” to know when to call for help:
If you or someone with you is experiencing these or other stroke symptoms, urgent medical evaluation and treatment are needed. Check the time so you’ll know when the first symptoms appeared.
Call 911 even if the symptoms go away.
Learn more about diagnosing and treating and preventing another TIA or severe stroke
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