TRANSIENT ISCHAEMIC ATTACK
What is a TIA?
A Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA), sometimes called a 'mini-stroke',
occurs when the brain's blood supply is briefly interrupted.
Unlike a full-blown stroke, the symptoms of a TIA - which
are very similar to a frill stroke - last under 24 hours
and afterwards there is full recovery. A TIA is an indication
that part of the brain is not getting enough blood and that
there is a risk of a stroke occurring. A TIA should never
be ignored and should be reported to a medical professional
as soon as possible.
Information Courtesy of:
The Stroke Association,
Stroke House,
Whitecross Street,
London EC1Y 8JJ
Telephone : 0171 566 0300
Fax 0171 490 2686
For Further information visit the website
www.stroke.org.uk
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