A stroke is medical emergency that impacts the supply of blood in the brain. With appropriate and timely medical treatment, the individual’s life is often
Over 40% of individuals struggle with swallowing or can’t swallow after stroke due to a condition known as dysphagia. Caused by difficulty controlling the oral
Anger after stroke can occur for many reasons. Changes in emotional regulation after stroke may occur due to altered brain chemistry or as a result
Over half of all stroke survivors experience a stroke affecting speech. When a stroke affects speech or language, it can impact the ability to communicate
Uncontrollable emotional outbursts are common after stroke and are often attributed to a condition known as pseudobulbar affect. This secondary effect of stroke leads to extreme
The effects of a stroke vary widely, but one common question from survivors is “How does a stroke affect the muscular system?” There are many
Learned nonuse after stroke is a complication that affects many survivors. This takes place when an individual ignores or avoids their affected limb, often after
Self-centered behavior after stroke is one of the many potential personality changes a survivor may experience. This can be the case regardless of the survivor’s
Determining the difference between vertigo vs. stroke can be challenging, which leads to frequent misdiagnosis. This can have serious consequences when stroke is not treated
Mood swings after stroke can be a normal part of the recovery process. This often occurs due to the many changes that have taken place
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