10 Early Warning Signs of a Stroke Everyone Should Know to Take Prompt Action

transient attack, or TIA, which still requires urgent medical evaluation.

Here are 10 warning signs everyone should know.Learn a Language

1. Sudden Weakness or Numbness on One Side

One of the most common stroke warning signs is sudden weakness, numbness, or paralysis affecting one side of the body.

This may involve:

  • the face
  • one arm
  • one leg
  • or several areas on the same side

A person may suddenly struggle to lift one arm or feel that one side of the body is unusually heavy.

2. Facial Drooping

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