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Whats a tia and what does it stand for?
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TIA: Tia stands for transient ischemic attack.This happens when blood supply to the brain impeded for few minutes.It means there is narrowing of the carotid artery due to deposits of cholesterol, called plaque, and it is a warning sign, that you may get a full blown stroke.
Answered 8/28/2012
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