Search results for ischaemic stroke
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Stroke - Causes
Read about the causes of a stroke. There are two main types of stroke - ischaemic strokes and haemorrhagic strokes - which have different causes.
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Stroke - Treatment
Read about treatment for a stroke. Effective treatment of stroke can prevent long-term disability and save lives.
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Transient ischaemic attack (TIA)
Find out about transient ischaemic attack (TIA) or "mini stroke", including what causes it, the symptoms, how it's diagnosed, and when to seek medical advice.
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Transient ischaemic attack (TIA) - Treatment
Treatment after a transient ischaemic attack (TIA) usually involves making lifestyle changes, taking medicines and possibly having surgery to prevent another TIA or full stroke from happening in the future.
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Transient ischaemic attack (TIA) - Symptoms
The symptoms of a transient ischaemic attack (TIA) are the same as those of a stroke, but unlike a stroke they only last for a few minutes or hours.
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Stroke - Symptoms
Read about the symptoms of a stroke. If you suspect a stroke, phone 999 immediately and ask for an ambulance.