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

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

Here are 10 warning signs everyone should know.

## 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

Ask the person to smile.

If