Signs That Might Save a Life From Stroke

33. The Inability to Feel an Object's Texture or Weight

A stroke can cause a very subtle sensory deficit where a person can hold an object but lose the ability to feel its weight, shape, or texture. This is a distinct symptom from simple numbness. For instance, a person might hold a tennis ball but feel that their hand is empty, or they might not be able to tell if it's rough or smooth. This symptom is a direct sign that the brain's sensory cortex, which processes touch, is under duress, and it is a critical neurological warning that requires immediate medical attention.

34. The Sudden, Unexplained Feeling of Being Pushed Sideways

This is a specific and unsettling symptom that goes beyond general dizziness. A stroke in the cerebellum, the part of the brain responsible for coordination and balance, can cause a sudden, profound sensation that you are being pushed or pulled to one side, even when standing still. This isn't a feeling of vertigo where the room is spinning, but a distinct sense of being destabilized. You might stumble or find yourself leaning to one side involuntarily. This symptom is a direct sign that the brain's sense of spatial awareness is compromised, and it should be treated as a neurological emergency.