Question 1

are there natural ways to prevent and reverse the effects of a stroke?

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Strict veg diet: If a patient turns vegetarian avoiding foods from animal origen and avoid any oils and avoiding even fish the formation of plaques of cholesterol is less or reverse ( disappears) according to dr. Orlich. Once stroke happens, a lot of physical therapy ( including speech and occupational therapy) is fundamental for recovery. Low sodium. Treatment of htn, Aspirin or anticoagulant  ( if not contraind).

Question 2

can paralyzing effects of a stroke due to a pituitary tumor be reversed by removal of the tumor?

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Very unlikely: First, unless it is extremely large, a pituitary tumor will rarely, if ever, be a cause of a stroke. It is more likely that after a stroke that was caused by a different problem, a MRI revealed an unsuspected pituitary tumor. Rehabilitation is much more likely to help a stroke victim that treatment of the tumor.

Question 3

what may be negative effects of a stroke at home and missing the "golden hour"  by up to additional hour for iv-tpa to be given in the er, in many cases?

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Stroke sequelae: May spread from minimal/ imperceptible through paralysis, speech and swallow partial or total loss of function to death depending on size and location and naming only a few.

Question 4

what are the effects of stroke?

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Depends: Strokes can cause a large range of effects from returning to normal function all the way to complete paralysis, inability to speak and take care of oneself. It's important to follow up with your primary care doctor, neurologist, physical and occupational therapist after a stroke.   Because time is of the essence when treating strokes it's important to call 911 immediately at the onset of symptoms.

Question 5

do people ever experience a stroke with no ill effects?

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Complex: Small strokes (lacunes) may not be noticed, but all strokes do cause tissue damage, and multiple lacunes will at least cause cognitive loss, and difficulty with gait and balance if not prevented.  Key concept, prevention.

Question 6

a stroke that damages parts of your amygdala would have what effects?

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Fear itself: The amygdala is located in both temporal lobes. One of the chief functions is coordination of perception with fearfulness. Damage to the amygdala can have either stimulatory (fear-enhancing) or inhibitory (fear-negating) effects; either of which can be quite impairing. Other aspects of mood and behavior can be affected. Epilepsy is not infrequently a byproduct of amygdalar damage.

Question 7

what are the effects of stroke on brain?

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Stroke: Syroke is death of brain tissue from blood vessel occlusion.

Question 8

what long term effects does a stroke have?

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It depends: Your question can not be answered without knowing what your neurological examination is now and what t was when you had the stroke. It is also essential to know what your studies (mri, ct, eeg) showed. The best person to answer this question is your neurologist. Don't hesitate to discuss your concerns with the specialist or your primary physician..

Question 9

please explain the effects can a stroke have on an older person?

Accepted Answer

Varies: The effects of a stroke vary based on the area of the brain that was affected and the size of that area. The most common effects include weakness or paralysis in one side of the body, difficulties speaking, difficulties swallowing.  These can significantly affect mobility and the person's ability to care for themselves.  A good rehabilitation program helps ameliorate these problems.

Question 10

which symptoms are a result of my stroke, and which are side effects of simvastatin?

Accepted Answer

See below: Simvastatin adverse events include muscle weakness diffusely with/without pain, and cognitive difficulties.  Stroke may cause acute focal weakness, numbness, speech problems, visual loss, incoordination, etc.  If confusing, contact your doc.

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