Signs That Might Save a Life From Stroke

Lau Racciatti

47. Sudden Onset of Uncharacteristic Apathy

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A stroke can cause a sudden and profound change in a person’s emotional state, leading to apathy. This is a dramatic loss of motivation, interest, and emotional response. For example, a person who is normally vibrant and engaged might suddenly become completely indifferent to their hobbies, loved ones, or daily life. This isn’t a sign of depression or fatigue but an abrupt, flat emotional state that is out of character. This symptom is a clear signal that the brain’s frontal lobe, which governs personality and emotion, has been affected and requires immediate medical attention.

48. Unexplained Loss of Sensation in the Hand or Foot

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While numbness on one side of the body is a well-known sign, a stroke can also manifest as a sudden, isolated loss of sensation in just one hand or foot. This can be a very subtle symptom, often dismissed as a limb "falling asleep." However, if your hand or foot suddenly feels completely numb without any obvious cause, it can be a critical sign that a stroke is affecting the brain's sensory cortex. This specific and unilateral symptom is a direct red flag that requires immediate medical attention, even if no other stroke signs are present.

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47. Sudden Onset of Uncharacteristic Apathy

48. Unexplained Loss of Sensation in the Hand or Foot

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