On occasion, nursing home staff are neglectful towards patients and residents. This can lead to the caregivers ignoring a stroke, resulting in serious consequences. Elderly family members are often admitted to nursing homes because they are recovering from a stroke…. Read More
Archive for the ‘Strokes’ Category
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Can a Stroke Cause a Spinal Cord Injury?
There is a medical term for when a stroke causes a spinal cord injury: a spinal stroke. A spinal stroke can happen if blood cannot flow to the spinal cord, either because of a clot or a burst artery. Even… Read More
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The Danger and Detriment of Strokes
Strokes forever change people’s lives, and not for the better. Strokes are dangerous by themselves, but a stroke caused by someone else’s mistake is even more devastating. A stroke can cause brain damage, debilitating disabilities, and over time, even death…. Read More
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The Two Most Common Types of Stroke
Strokes are in the top five causes of death in America because they can hit fast with damaging results. Although the thought of your or a loved one developing a stroke without warning is certainly unsettling, there are fortunately many… Read More
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The Three Most Common Causes of a Stroke
A stroke is a dangerous condition that can hit quickly and is potentially fatal if not treated. It occurs from a blockage in a blood vessel in the brain, such as a blood clot or plaque buildup. Fortunately, there are… Read More
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Five Types of Stroke Injuries
A stroke is a serious condition that is often the result of medical malpractice or misdiagnosis. If left untreated or treated too late, then a stroke can lead to devastating brain injuries. Here are some of the most common stroke… Read More
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A Brief Guide to Strokes
A stroke is a serious medical event that can give you permanent injuries or even lead to death. Unfortunately, there is a high rate of stroke misdiagnosis because many of the symptoms of a stroke are similar to other complications…. Read More
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Stroke Injuries: What You Need to Know
A stroke occurs when blood isn’t able to reach a certain part of your brain. Without blood flow to the brain, brain cells start to die. This is a serious condition that can lead to permanent disability and even wrongful… Read More
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Common Stroke Causes
Strokes are unfortunately somewhat common, but they can be preventable if you take certain measures to protect your body. When a stroke happens, it’s the result of blood being restricted from reaching your brain. This lack of blood leaves brain… Read More
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Strokes In The ER
The emergency room is a hectic place, and its function is to assist those in immediate need of medical attention and aid. With this in mind, it’s important for medical professionals to be accurate with their work, as lives can… Read More