How To Tell If You Are Having A Stroke

Vision Problems

Vision problems associated with a stroke are drastic and occur suddenly. In one or both eyes. This is very different from typical vision problems that occur gradually and are less severe. So, we are not talking about your need for reading glasses or your inability to see well at night.

Blurriness, loss of peripheral vision, or total loss of vision are signs of stroke when they happen without warning. This means that blood supply is not getting to the brain cells that communicate with the eyes. Again, the sooner that a stroke is addressed, the more likely vision will return. Other than a stroke - vision problems may indicate other issues such as an ocular migraine.

Confusion

Another way to tell if you are having a stroke is if you are suddenly very confused. Not knowing some basic facts such as the year, your name, or your location - these are pretty blatant indicators of a stroke. Sudden confusion is often accompanied with anxiety and feelings of fear.

It would be pretty scary to suddenly not know where you are going, right? Chances are, if you are experiencing stroke-related confusion, you are not going to remember this list. Stroke or no stroke, if you are feeling abnormally confused, get help immediately.