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Usually, when a woman has a stroke, the first signs are the same as the signs that most men experience from a stroke—difficulty speaking or communicating, weakness on one side of the face or body, vision changes, or changes in consciousness.
A stroke may seem to come on suddenly but, in some situations, there may be warning signs before a stroke happens, such as a severe headache or a TIA.
Stroke symptoms more common among females include nausea, vomiting, seizures, hiccups, trouble breathing, and sudden drowsiness. Act FAST and get immediate medical attention if...
Look for these signs and symptoms if you think you or someone you know is having a stroke: Sudden trouble speaking and understanding what others are saying. Paralysis or numbness of the face, arm or leg on one side of the body.
November 10, 2020. By Julie Corliss, Executive Editor, Harvard Heart Letter. If you suddenly experience a strange but fleeting symptom — your arm or face suddenly feels weak or numb — you might be tempted to brush it off, especially if it’s short-lived.
Men and women who have strokes often feel similar symptoms of stroke, such as face drooping, arm weakness and speech difficulty. Other common signs for both women and men include problems seeing out of one or both eyes and balance or coordination problems.
What are the signs of stroke in men and women? Sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body. Sudden confusion, trouble speaking, or difficulty understanding speech. Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes.