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How can i tell if my numbness is a mild stroke or something else.
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Be specific: See your physician and be specific about your symptoms. Note the timing, duration, frequency, associated symptoms, and severity of these episodes. Also know your risk factors for stroke. http://www.stroke.org/site/PageServer?pagename=RISK
Answered 9/14/2014
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