10 warning signs to know
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Sudden weakness or numbness — especially in the face, arm, or leg, particularly on one side.
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Sudden facial drooping — one side of the face may feel numb or the smile may look uneven.
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Sudden trouble speaking — slurred speech, difficulty finding words, or inability to understand speech.
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Sudden vision problems — blurred, double, or lost vision in one or both eyes.
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Sudden severe headache — particularly a headache that is unusually intense or has no obvious cause.
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Sudden dizziness or loss of balance — trouble walking, coordination problems, or unexplained falls.
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Sudden confusion — difficulty understanding what is happening or following simple instructions.
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Sudden difficulty swallowing — choking or inability to swallow normally.
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Sudden loss of coordination — difficulty controlling an arm or leg or performing familiar movements.
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Sudden trouble walking — new unsteadiness or inability to walk normally
