Monday, 12 March 2012
Sunday, 11 March 2012
What is Stroke?
A stroke, also known as cerebrovascular accident (CVA), is the rapid loss of brain functions due
to the lack of blood flow caused by blockage such as thrombosis, arterial
embolism and hemorrhage. When the blood vessels get clogged, the brain cells
become deprived from nutrients and oxygen as there is no blood supply. Eventually,
that part of the brain starts to die. A stroke occurs. The results of having
stroke are impairments in memory, speech ability and physical mobility.
According to National Stroke Association of
Malaysia, stroke is the third largest cause of death in Malaysia
The types of stroke is divided into three:
- Ischemic stroke-It is main type of stroke. It is due to blockage of blood vessels supplying the brain.
- Hemorrhagic stroke-It is due to bleeding into or around the brain.
- Transient ischemic stroke(TIA)- A mini-stroke
Images are from Google Images
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Stroke is the third largest cause of death in Malaysia. Only heart diseases and cancer kill more. It is considered to be the single most common cause of severe disability, and every year, an estimated 40,000 people in Malaysia suffer from stroke. Anyone can have a stroke, including children, but the vast majority of the cases affect adults. - National Stroke Association Malaysia
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Stroke is the third largest cause of death in Malaysia. Only heart diseases and cancer kill more. It is considered to be the single most common cause of severe disability, and every year, an estimated 40,000 people in Malaysia suffer from stroke. Anyone can have a stroke, including children, but the vast majority of the cases affect adults. - National Stroke Association Malaysia
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