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Stroke occurs suddenly, with little or no warning. But if you know the signs and symptoms of stroke and get immediate treatment, a physician may be able to stop the stroke and even reverse its damaging effects. (See Signs and Symptoms of Stroke)

There's no time to spare if you suspect a stroke. Call emergency assistance immediately (911 in many areas) and get to a hospital. If a stroke is diagnosed within 3 hours of the start of symptoms, a physician may administer thrombolytic drugs to dissolve the blood clot. In many cases, this rapid treatment dramatically improves the chance of recovery.

Reference

Stroke Diagnosis, Internet Stroke Center, 2003.

Source of Material: RockHill Communications, 14 Rock Hill Road Bala, Cynwyd, PA 19004, (610) 667-2040,
Writer: Christine Norris
Editors: Erin Murphy, Andrea King, Joanne Poeggel, Ron Wozny
Clinical Reviewer: Patt Panzer, M.D.
Date Written: 4/30/01
Last Revised: 4/3/03