A blood clot in the brain often leads to a more complex ailment like brain stroke. Therefore, it is essential to address this problem at an early stage to have better chances of survival and disability for the patient. Here, we will discuss the major symptoms of a blood clot formation in the brain that can eventually lead to a brain stroke. This way, you can identify the same and seek adequate medical attention.
A brain stroke usually occurs when the blood flow to certain parts of your brain stops, hindering the supply of oxygen and essential nutrients, leading to damage in brain tissues. One may experience partial paralysis along with other physical weaknesses when such a condition occurs. It is a major health hazard, and the patient should be immediately subjected to medical treatment to ensure optimum survival.
When there is a hindrance in the bloodstream flowing to your brain, a stationary blood clot in the head known as thrombus is formed. A thrombus can break loose and enter the bloodstream leading to what is called an embolus. This formation of a thrombus and embolus lead to several unpleasant occurrences and symptoms in your body, indicating the incoming of a brain stroke.
Other reason for brain stroke can be Bleeding/ Hemorrhage in the brain because of high blood pressure (hypertension) or other underlying causes
Some of the major symptoms of brain stroke are:
A brain stroke may lead to several other complications in the patient after he/ she has suffered through it. Here are some of the common complications amongst brain stroke survivors:
A brain stroke is a severe health hazard that should be dealt with utmost care. The patient must seek immediate medical help to have the best possible chances at surviving this ordeal. A blood clot in the brain leads to many major health complications and sometimes even death, and only proper medical attention can help the patient to survive. The symptoms mentioned above are all major indicators of an impending brain stroke. So, if you observe the same in your body or someone else’s, immediately seek the assistance of a doctor. There have been numerous cases of death due to brain strokes, infact stroke is one of the leading cause of death, and only rapid action can ensure optimum chances of survival and better outcomes. Please contact us to know more.
Dr. Prashant K. Singh | Consultant – Interventional Neurology | Narayana Multispeciality Hospital, Jaipur
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