Signs That Might Save a Life From Stroke

23. Acute Loss of Bladder Control

A sudden and unexplained loss of bladder or bowel control can be a surprising and embarrassing symptom of a stroke. The brain's ability to control these functions is complex, and a stroke can disrupt the neural pathways that signal to the bladder and sphincter muscles. This is not a gradual process or a symptom of an existing condition; it is a sudden and acute loss of control. When this symptom appears without any other known cause, it is a critical sign of a neurological emergency and requires immediate medical attention.

24. Sudden Inability to See One Side of Your Visual Field

A stroke can cause a condition called hemianopia, which is the loss of vision in one half of the visual field. This is different from the blurred or double vision mentioned earlier. For example, a person may be able to see everything on their right side but nothing on their left. They might bump into objects or fail to see a person approaching from one direction. This symptom is often subtle and can be overlooked by the person experiencing it, as their brain may try to fill in the missing information. This is a profound and serious sign that a stroke has affected the visual cortex and warrants an immediate call for help.