{"id":11125,"date":"2026-06-12T17:48:08","date_gmt":"2026-06-12T12:18:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.surajhospital.in\/?page_id=11125"},"modified":"2026-10-12T18:53:03","modified_gmt":"2026-10-12T13:23:03","slug":"blog-6","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.surajhospital.in\/index.php\/blog-6\/","title":{"rendered":"Dr. R. N. Patil"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"11125\" class=\"elementor elementor-11125\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-835099b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"835099b\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-28165be\" data-id=\"28165be\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-a583235 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"a583235\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6943888\" data-id=\"6943888\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bdfab83 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"bdfab83\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"781\" height=\"585\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surajhospital.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-12-at-7.48.42-PM.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-11143\" alt=\"WhatsApp Image 2026 06 12 at 7 48 42 PM\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surajhospital.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-12-at-7.48.42-PM.jpeg 781w, https:\/\/www.surajhospital.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-12-at-7.48.42-PM-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.surajhospital.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-12-at-7.48.42-PM-768x575.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.surajhospital.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-12-at-7.48.42-PM-600x449.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 781px) 100vw, 781px\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e1b06f1 elementor-hidden-desktop elementor-hidden-tablet elementor-hidden-mobile elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"e1b06f1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span style=\"color: blue;font-weight: bold\">Common Dental Myths<\/span><br>\nBy Dr. Minal Patil<br>\n\nB.D.S, M.D.S. (Periodontist And Implantologist)<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-87b6bd5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"87b6bd5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h1 data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"><span style=\"font-size: 30px;\">Silent Stroke: Warning Signs and Treatment<\/span><\/h1><h3>Table of Content<\/h3><ol start=\"1\" data-spread=\"false\"><li><p>What is a Silent Stroke?<\/p><\/li><li><p>What are the Symptoms of Silent Stroke?<\/p><\/li><li><p>What to do when someone has a silent stroke?<\/p><\/li><li><p>When should I visit a doctor?<\/p><\/li><li><p>Preventing Silent Strokes<\/p><\/li><li><p>Silent Strokes vs. Mini Strokes<\/p><\/li><\/ol><p>When we consider strokes in medical parlance, we often relate certain warning signs or symptoms like slurred speech, numbness, or loss of movement in the face or body. But some people have strokes without realizing it. These are called silent strokes.<\/p><p>A silent stroke happens when the blood supply to a part of the brain is suddenly cut off, depriving a person&#8217;s brain of oxygen and damaging some brain cells in the process. They do not have any explicit warning signs or recognizable symptoms. But they do cause lasting damage to the affected parts of the brain.<\/p><p>It has been noticed that the chances of getting a stroke go up if a person has high blood pressure or irregular heartbeat. Silent strokes in particular are hard to detect because they disrupt the blood supply to a part of the brain that doesn\u2019t control vital functions like speaking or moving. If a person has had one or more silent strokes, he may suffer from thinking and memory problems. Silent strokes could lead to more severe strokes.<\/p><h2><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">What is a Silent Stroke?<\/span><\/h2><p>A silent stroke is one that has no visible symptoms. A clot that obstructs a blood artery in the brain is the primary cause of most strokes. Because of the obstruction, no blood or oxygen can get to that region, which results in the neighbouring brain cells dying.<\/p><h2><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">What are the Symptoms of Silent Stroke?<\/span><\/h2><p>The following are common in conjunction with silent strokes:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li><p>Problems with ability and cognitive skills<\/p><\/li><li><p>temporary movement loss of muscles, especially the bladder<\/p><\/li><li><p>Disturbance in the balance<\/p><\/li><li><p>Mood change<\/p><\/li><li><p>Personality change<\/p><\/li><li><p>Speech issues<\/p><\/li><li><p>Loss of sensation, vision, and strength<\/p><\/li><li><p>Fainting<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">What to do When Someone has a Silent Stroke?<\/span><\/h2><p>When someone experiences a silent stroke (a stroke that typically doesn&#8217;t cause noticeable symptoms), immediate action might not be apparent as there might not be obvious signs of distress. However, if you suspect someone has experienced a silent stroke or if there&#8217;s a concern based on medical history or risk factors, here&#8217;s what you can do:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li><p><strong>Seek Medical Attention:<\/strong> If there&#8217;s a suspicion or concern about a silent stroke due to risk factors or medical history, it&#8217;s essential to seek medical evaluation. Contact emergency services or a healthcare professional for guidance.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Consult a Healthcare Provider:<\/strong> Arrange for a medical evaluation, even in the absence of visible symptoms, to assess the risk factors and potential brain damage caused by the silent stroke. A healthcare professional may recommend diagnostic tests, such as MRI or CT scans, to detect any brain abnormalities.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Follow Medical Advice:<\/strong> If a silent stroke is diagnosed, follow the healthcare provider&#8217;s recommendations and treatment plan. This might involve medications, lifestyle changes, or therapies aimed at reducing the risk of future strokes and managing any underlying conditions contributing to stroke risk.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Monitor and Address Risk Factors:<\/strong> Take proactive steps to address risk factors associated with strokes, such as managing high blood pressure, controlling diabetes, maintaining a healthy diet, staying physically active, and not smoking. Regular follow-ups with a healthcare provider are crucial to monitor and manage these risk factors.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Supportive Care:<\/strong> Provide emotional support and encouragement to the affected individual. Coping with a silent stroke can be challenging, even if there are no immediate noticeable symptoms. Offer reassurance and help them adhere to the recommended medical advice and lifestyle changes.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>Remember, even though silent strokes may not manifest immediate or obvious symptoms, they still require attention and medical evaluation to assess the potential impact and manage the risk factors for future strokes. Consulting a healthcare professional is crucial for proper evaluation and guidance.<\/p><h2><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">When Should I visit a Doctor?<\/span><\/h2><p>A stroke is a serious medical occurrence. If you are experiencing any of the signs of a stroke, get quick medical assistance.<\/p><p>See your physician if you are at risk for a silent stroke but are not exhibiting any symptoms of a stroke. They can assist you in creating a strategy to lower your risk factors and stop a stroke.<\/p><h2><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">Preventing Silent Strokes<\/span><\/h2><p>Preventive Measures for Reducing Stroke Risk:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li><p><strong>Identify Risk Factors:<\/strong> Factors like high blood pressure, vascular disease, and diabetes increase the likelihood of experiencing a stroke. Hence manage these conditions<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Proactive Lifestyle Habits:<\/strong> Regularly checking cholesterol levels, managing blood sugar, engaging in regular exercise, and maintaining a healthy weight can significantly lower the risk of a stroke.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Maintain a Heart-Healthy Diet:<\/strong> Shifting to a heart-healthy meal plan can help manage cholesterol and overall cardiovascular health, reducing the risk of strokes.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Stop smoking:<\/strong> Smoking can lead to silent strtoke, stop smoking or taking alcohol.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">Silent Strokes vs. Mini Strokes<\/span><\/h2><p>Certainly, here are concise points differentiating between silent strokes and mini-strokes:<\/p><p><strong>Silent Strokes:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li><p>Often go unnoticed due to mild or absent symptoms.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Result in small areas of brain damage without causing immediate noticeable impairment.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Can lead to cumulative damage and increase the risk of future, more severe strokes.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Detected through brain imaging tests (MRI or CT scans) even in the absence of apparent symptoms.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Mini-Strokes (Transient Ischemic Attacks &#8211; TIAs):<\/strong><\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li><p>Present with stroke-like symptoms that last for a short time (minutes to less than 24 hours).<\/p><\/li><li><p>Caused by temporary disruption of blood flow to the brain.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Symptoms resolve without causing permanent damage, but they should not be ignored as they could signal an increased risk of a future, more severe stroke.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Considered warning signs and require medical attention to assess stroke risk factors and prevent future strokes.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-b9d62dc elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"b9d62dc\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-70380a8\" data-id=\"70380a8\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-d9a4f44 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"d9a4f44\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2512714\" data-id=\"2512714\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ca18e0f elementor-hidden-desktop elementor-hidden-tablet elementor-hidden-mobile elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"ca18e0f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span style=\"color: blue;font-weight: bold\">Gum Disease<\/span><br>\nBy Dr. Minal Patil<br>\n\n(Periodontist \/ Gum Specialist)<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-79f5667 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"79f5667\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surajhospital.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Silent-Stroke-Warning-Signs-Infographic.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-11443\" alt=\"Silent Stroke Warning Signs Infographic\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surajhospital.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Silent-Stroke-Warning-Signs-Infographic.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.surajhospital.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Silent-Stroke-Warning-Signs-Infographic-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.surajhospital.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Silent-Stroke-Warning-Signs-Infographic-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.surajhospital.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Silent-Stroke-Warning-Signs-Infographic-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.surajhospital.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Silent-Stroke-Warning-Signs-Infographic-600x400.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a4aaa80 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a4aaa80\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h1><span style=\"font-size: 30px;\">4 Myths about Epilepsy Busted<\/span><\/h1><h2><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">Table of Content<\/span><\/h2><ol start=\"1\"><li><p>Myths about Epilepsy<\/p><\/li><\/ol><p>Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that affects the functioning of our brain. Day-to-day activities get disrupted resulting in seizures, periods of unusual behaviour, sensations, and a loss of awareness. It can develop in anyone regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity and is one of the most common neurological disorders in the world.<\/p><p>The seizure symptoms span over a large scale and vary from person to person. They may include involuntary continuous twitching of arms or legs or staring blankly for a while during a seizure. Though it is important to point out that a single episode of a seizure does not mean that you have epilepsy.<\/p><h2><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">Myths about Epilepsy<\/span><\/h2><p>Studies on epilepsy have shown that there is a lack of proper communication between patients, doctors, and society in general.\u00a0say that this has resulted in a lot of common misconceptions about epilepsy. To help deal with these epilepsy myths and misbeliefs, we bring you certain facts that you should be aware of.<\/p><h3>Myth 1: You convulse during an epileptic attack<\/h3><p><strong>Fact:<\/strong> A person is not always unconscious during a seizure. There are different kinds of seizures that affect every individual in a different manner. It is also not necessary that a seizure would result in the person jerking convulsively.<\/p><h3>Myth 2: Everyone suffering from epilepsy has a seizure due to flashing lights<\/h3><p><strong>Fact:<\/strong> Having a seizure due to flashing lights happens when a person suffers from photosensitive epilepsy. 3% of epileptic people suffer from this disease. It is more common in children and young people. What triggers this is a lack of sleep, alcohol and stress. It is rarely diagnosed in people above the age of 20.<\/p><h3>Myth 3: You can control a person during a convulsive seizure<\/h3><p><strong>Fact:<\/strong> It is not advisable to hold a person down during a convulsive seizure and should be avoided at all costs. It is essential to know what works in which situation so that you can act quickly and help the person in need.<\/p><h3>Myth 4: The side effects of seizures are tiredness and confusion<\/h3><p><strong>Fact:<\/strong> These are just the physical implications of a seizure. There is an internal struggle that a person goes through because of a seizure. It could result in problems with sleep or memory or impact their mental life.<\/p><p>There are many more such misconceptions related to epilepsy and myths about seizures that need to be cleared through education and knowledge about this disease. Spreading awareness about the condition, its effects and symptoms, and the correct ways to deal with a patient is important for helping those who have to undergo unprovoked seizures.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-f435b23 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"f435b23\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-fde389a\" data-id=\"fde389a\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc10101 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elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-2ff56c5 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2ff56c5\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-c7e0402\" data-id=\"c7e0402\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5f508d9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"5f508d9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" 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\/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-375822d elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"375822d\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-5bb4903\" data-id=\"5bb4903\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c09d8cd elementor-hidden-desktop elementor-hidden-tablet elementor-hidden-mobile elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c09d8cd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" 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Content<\/span><\/h2><ol data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"469\"><li data-section-id=\"6x2b9v\" data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"354\">Remember F.A.S.T<\/li><li data-section-id=\"68199g\" data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"400\">Diagnosis and Treatment of Stroke in India<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1xfpy7c\" data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"431\">Risk Factors and Prevention<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1o82h55\" data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"469\">Rehabilitation for Stroke Patients<\/li><\/ol><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"727\">A stroke is a medical emergency that presents itself suddenly and requires immediate medical attention. In India, stroke is considered to be one of the leading causes of death and disability making it important to understand the condition and its symptoms.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"729\" data-end=\"1118\">A stroke is a cardiovascular accident &#8211; a condition in which the supply of oxygen-rich blood to the brain is interrupted. This interruption could be due to a blockage in a blood vessel or due to a haemorrhage caused by a ruptured blood vessel. When brain cells are deprived of oxygen they start to die within minutes. Delay in stroke treatment could lead to disability or even cause death.<\/p><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"frwkvg\" data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1139\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">Remember F.A.S.T<\/span><\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1271\">F.A.S.T. is an acronym designed to create awareness about the signs and symptoms that present when a person suffers from a stroke.<\/p><ul data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1406\"><li data-section-id=\"eyv0pf\" data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1299\"><strong data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1282\">F \u2013<\/strong> drooping of FACE<\/li><li data-section-id=\"mamyod\" data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1331\"><strong data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1309\">A \u2013<\/strong> inability to lift ARM<\/li><li data-section-id=\"12feyza\" data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1373\"><strong data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1341\">S \u2013<\/strong> slurring of SPEECH, incoherence<\/li><li data-section-id=\"s5pdp4\" data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1406\"><strong data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1383\">T \u2013<\/strong> TIME is of the essence<\/li><\/ul><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1448\">Stroke patients could also present with:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1606\"><li data-section-id=\"31tdaq\" data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1495\">confusion, inability to talk or communicate<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1k2lpa\" data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1553\">vision problems and\/or dizziness\/ loss of consciousness<\/li><li data-section-id=\"o0yrzx\" data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1571\">severe headache<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1smqmmm\" data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1606\">loss of balance, trouble walking<\/li><\/ul><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1755\">If someone you know presents with any of these symptoms, it is important that you call the best hospital for stroke treatment in India immediately.<\/p><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"1utzvrs\" data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1802\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">Diagnosis and Treatment of Stroke in India<\/span><\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"2388\">Once a stroke patient reaches the hospital, the diagnosis of stroke is confirmed by a thorough physical examination and blood tests. Imaging tests such as CT are very helpful in determining the exact type of stroke and location of the arterial bleed or blockage. The extent of damage to the brain tissue can be determined by using imaging techniques such as MRI. The expert neurologists at CARE Hospitals may recommend other tests in specialised conditions. For example, if the stroke seems to have been caused by an embolism, an echocardiography-guided ultrasound may be recommended.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2390\" data-end=\"2878\">The primary goal of stroke treatment is to minimise brain damage and restore blood flow to the brain. Some of the best stroke treatment hospitals in India inject TPA (tissue plasminogen activator), a drug that breaks down blood clots within 3 hours of an ischemic clot. Blood thinners such as warfarin or aspirin may be administered. Surgery to restore the blocked or narrowed may also be a treatment option. Surgical stroke treatment India options are preferred for haemorrhagic strokes.<\/p><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"cj89bp\" data-start=\"2880\" data-end=\"2910\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">Risk Factors and Prevention<\/span><\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2912\" data-end=\"3421\">Recent studies reveal that the annual incidence of stroke is 145-154 per 100,000 individuals. Stroke incidences are higher in rural areas due to a lack of proper health care and poor lifestyle habits. The risk of stroke is higher among those suffering from diseases such as hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes. Women and elderly people are also at a higher risk. In fact, studies reveal that the risk of incurring a stroke doubles every decade after the age of 65. Stroke prevention measures include:<\/p><ul data-start=\"3423\" data-end=\"3579\"><li data-section-id=\"ml0pgb\" data-start=\"3423\" data-end=\"3446\">Regular health checks<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1xotly2\" data-start=\"3447\" data-end=\"3476\">Healthy and nutritious diet<\/li><li data-section-id=\"16kjis1\" data-start=\"3477\" data-end=\"3499\">Quitting tobacco use<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1tqv32z\" data-start=\"3500\" data-end=\"3526\">Regular exercise regimen<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1m8mu1x\" data-start=\"3527\" data-end=\"3579\">Staying on mediation for diabetes and hypertension<\/li><\/ul><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"s7fks3\" data-start=\"3581\" data-end=\"3618\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">Rehabilitation for Stroke Patients<\/span><\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3620\" data-end=\"4017\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Early treatment greatly reduces the risk of disability caused by stroke rehabilitation India. Despite this, it is likely that patients may require rehabilitation aid in the form of speech therapy, physical and occupational therapy, and even counselling for a period of time. 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