Stroke Awareness

Dr. Bhuvaneshwari Rajendran, consultant, clinical neurophysiology and neurosciences of Kauvery Hospital, talks about stroke awareness.

                             

What is a Stroke?

A stroke is a medical emergency. It takes place when the blood supply to parts of the brain is stopped or decreased. This limits oxygen and nutrients from reaching the brain, and within minutes, brain cells begin to die. Prompt response and treatment are crucial after a stroke.

A stroke is one of the most common causes of death in India. An acute stroke is often called a brain attack as it damages the brain. To prevent permanent brain damage, the patient should be rushed to the hospital as soon as possible. Read More

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