Stroke Medical Reference

If you've had a TIA (transient ischemic attack), learn what medicines or procedures you need to prevent a stroke, along with the lifestyle changes you can make to lower your stroke risk.

A subarachnoid hemorrhage is a type of stroke. It’s an emergency. Learn its warning signs.

Learn how a stroke unfolds minute by minute, from the time your symptoms come on all the way through to your first hour in the hospital.

Learn how the F.A.S.T. system can teach you easy-to-remember signs of a stroke, and find out what steps to take if someone you know has symptoms of a stroke.

Learn how conditions from migraine to multiple sclerosis can have some of the same symptoms as stroke, such as confusion, dizziness, or weakness in the arms.

Taking the right medication after a stroke can help keep you healthy and prevent another stroke. WebMD provides an overview of what doctor might prescribe.

Stroke survivors may have trouble in the bathroom, like constipation or bladder control problems. But help’s available.

Many people have changes in their emotions after a stroke. They may get better in time, but it’s important to treat them, too.

A stroke can change many things about your life. There’s plenty you can do to stay safe and healthy as you readjust at home.

After a stroke, many people have trouble communicating. Learn why -- and how caregivers can help.

After a stroke, most people have problems moving and getting around. Learn why -- and how you can get your mobility back.

Surgery may save your life during a stroke, and can also keep you from having another one. Learn more about some common procedures to lower your stroke risk.

When you have a stroke, part of your brain doesn’t get the oxygen it needs. Learn what happens in your body during the different types of stroke.

Eating healthy foods after a stroke is key to recovery, but it can be a challenge. Here’s how to handle any eating problems that come your way.

Learn the symptoms of a TIA (transient ischemic attack), or ministroke, and find out what tests you may get for a diagnosis.

Find out what causes a transient ischemic attack (TIA), also called a ministroke, and who might be a risk for it.

A stroke rehab program can help you regain your independence and enjoy the things you love. Learn how it works.

WebMD explains the causes and symptoms of the major kinds of stroke.

This WebMD checklist for stroke caregivers can make daily care easier.

A silent stroke can hit you without you realizing hit. Find out what the effects are and how you can prevent one.

Stroke is one of the leading causes of disability in adults. WebMD explains risk factors and preventive measures you can take to lower your odds of having a stroke.

Strokes come often occur with no warning. Learn how to spot the very first symptoms of stroke so that you can get yourself or someone else the care they need quickly.

WebMD discusses thrombolysis for breaking up blood clots, including types of treatment and their effects.

WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of vascular dementia.

About half of all strokes are caused by atherosclerosis, a hardening of the arteries caused by high blood pressure, abnormal cholesterol, and other factors. WebMD tells you what causes atherosclerosis and how to prevent it.