5 Symptoms of a Mini-Stroke in Older Adults That Should Never Be Ignored

urgent help if the headache:

* Begins suddenly and reaches maximum intensity quickly
* Is unlike the person’s usual headaches
* Occurs with weakness, numbness, confusion, vomiting, vision changes, or difficulty speaking
* Appears after a fall or head injury
* Causes fainting, severe drowsiness, or loss of consciousness

A sudden severe headache should not be treated at home while waiting to see whether it improves.

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Remember the FAST Warning Signs

The FAST method provides a simple way to recognize several common stroke symptoms:

* **F – Face:** Ask the person to smile. Does one

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