What is a Stroke
A stroke, commonly known as a brain attack, is a serious condition characterized by the blockage of blood vessels due to the cessation of oxygen supply to a specific area of the brain. This results in a malfunction in that brain area and is therefore an emergency. If not treated immediately, it can be fatal What are the 3 types of stroke? There are mainly three types of stroke: ischemic stroke hemorrhagic stroke and TIA (transient ischemic attack) Ischemic Stroke - It is the most common type of stroke, accounting for more than 85% of strokes worldwide. This type of stroke is the result of blocked or narrowed arteries, which supply blood to the brain. Arterial stenosis (narrowing) then results in severe, reduced blood flow to the brain. Blockages in arteries are often caused by blood clots. These clots can form within the main arteries that connect to the brain, or in narrowed arteries within the brain. These clots are mainly caused by fatty deposits within the arteries, known as...