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How can you test for a stroke at home?

by Rhyley Bryan

How can you test for a stroke at home?

B.E. F.A.S.T. —the Balance, Eyes, Face, Arm and Speech Test

  1. BALANCE. Sudden dizziness, loss of balance or coordination.
  2. EYES. Sudden trouble seeing out of one or both eyes.
  3. FACE. First, check for facial weakness.
  4. ARMS. Next, check for arm weakness.
  5. SPEECH. Check for impaired speech.
  6. TIME. Immediately call 911.

How can you tell if someone is having a stroke smile?

Ask the person to smile, and see if one side is drooping. One side of the face may also be numb, and the smile may appear uneven.

How do they test to see if you had a stroke?

A CT scan uses X-rays to take pictures of the brain. A CT scan of the head is usually one of the first tests used for a stroke. A CT scan can show bleeding in the brain or damage to brain cells. The CT scan also can find other problems that can cause stroke symptoms.

How do you spot a stroke?

Look for two or more symptoms of a stroke. Most people suffering from a stroke will exhibit two or more of the most common symptoms of a stroke, including: Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg on one side of their body. Sudden difficulty seeing out of one or both eyes.

What is a stroke face test?

The FAST test (Face, Arms, Speech, Time) can be performed to help recognize stroke symptoms: Face: Ask the person to smile. If one side droops, it may be a transient ischemic attack (TIA) or stroke. Arms: Ask the person to hold out both arms in front of the body.

What is a stroke FAST exam?

FAST test for a Stroke. FAST is an acronym that stands for Facial drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulties and Time to call emergency services. It is used to help detect symptoms of stroke. A stroke is when the blood supply to the brain is restricted or cut off.

How are strokes diagnosed?

A doctor can often diagnose a stroke by observing a person’s symptoms. An MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) or a CT scan (computed tomography) can help identify the type and severity of the stroke as well. To diagnose stroke, doctors will perform an exam and take a medical history.