Sep 3, 2025 · Stroke symptoms in women The traditional symptoms of stroke can be recalled using the acronym B.E. F.A.S.T.

Stroke is a medical condition in which poor blood flow to a part of the brain causes cell death. [5] There are two main types of stroke: ischemic, due to lack of blood flow, and hemorrhagic, due …

Apr 28, 2025 · "Sudden, persistent hiccups can be a sign of a brainstem stroke in women, potentially accompanied by other symptoms like dizziness, nausea and balance problems," Dr. …

Cerebral infarction, also known as an ischemic stroke, is the pathologic process that results in an area of necrotic tissue in the brain (cerebral infarct). [1] In mid- to high-income countries, a …

Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST), cerebral venous and sinus thrombosis or cerebral venous thrombosis (CVT), is the presence of a blood clot in the dural venous sinuses (which …

Oct 17, 2023 · Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in women, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and Kamdar believes unusual and overlooked symptoms …

Dec 14, 2025 · Here are answers to some common questions about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of a stroke. What happens when you have a stroke?

Disparity in symptom recognition/diagnosis There are marked differences in the clinical symptom presentation of stroke between men and women. [2] Women who suffer an acute stroke are …