Worried About Mini-Strokes in the Elderly? Here’s What You Should Know Are you concerned about your elderly loved one’s health? If they’re showing unusual symptoms, it could be a sign of a mini-stroke, also known as a transient ischemic attack (TIA). These brief episodes occur when blood flow to the brain is temporarily blocked, often due to blood clots, plaque buildup, or artery spasms. Seniors are at greater risk, especially if they have high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol,
or a history of smoking.Common symptoms of a mini-stroke include sudden numbness or weakness on one side of the body, confusion, trouble speaking or understanding speech, sudden vision issues in one or both eyes, dizziness, balance problems,
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