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Question for husband 65 yr ,don't want to see dr, suddenly get very sleepy ,slurs speech loose balance when walking, happened x4 past 2yr, no numbness, last - 30 min, no medication except lipitor could it be tia ? healthy otherwise but sob on effort?

Q: question for husband 65 yr ,don't want to see dr, suddenly get very sleepy ,slurs speech loose balance when walking, happened x4 past 2yr, no numbness, last - 30 min, no medication except lipitor could it be tia ? healthy otherwise but sob on effort?

: Very worrisome. The pattern suggests a stroke or several mini strokes although a TIA might be the issue. If you want him to stay around for a while take him to a hospital for an evaluation.

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Very worrisome. The pattern suggests a stroke or several mini strokes although a TIA might be the issue. If you want him to stay around for a while take him to a hospital for an evaluation.

Answered 3/18/2023

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A member asked:

Question for husband 65 yr ,don't want to see dr, suddenly get very sleepy ,slurs speech loose balance when walking, happened x4 past 2yr, no numbness, last - 30 min, no medication except lipitor could it be tia ? healthy otherwise but sob on effort?

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