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My left arm, hand, and face my lips and inside of my mouth is numb. The hospital said it was a TIA however its been 8 days now. What else could it be?

By Anonymous October 25, 2017 - 7:24am
 
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Hello Anonymous,

Welcome to EmpowHER.

A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is like a stroke, producing similar symptoms, but usually lasting only a few minutes and causing no permanent damage.

Often called a ministroke, a transient ischemic attack may be a warning. About 1 in 3 people who have a transient ischemic attack will eventually have a stroke, with about half occurring within a year after the transient ischemic attack.

A transient ischemic attack can serve as both a warning and an opportunity — a warning of an impending stroke and an opportunity to take steps to prevent it.

Knowing your risk factors and living healthfully are the best things you can do to prevent a TIA. Included in a healthy lifestyle are regular medical checkups.

Regards,
Maryann

October 25, 2017 - 8:40am
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