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A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is an episode in which a person has stroke -like symptoms for less than 24 hours, usually less than 1-2 hours. A TIA is often considered a warning sign that a true stroke may happen in ... |
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Symptoms
A TIA is different than a small stroke. The symptoms of TIAs do not last as long as a stroke. However, the symptoms o...
Causes
A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is caused by temporary disturbance of blood supply to an area of the brain, which r...
Tests
TIAs do not show changes on CT or MRI scans. (Small strokes do show changes on such tests)Because symptoms and signs ...
Treatments
The goal is to improve the blood supply to the brain and prevent a stroke from occurring. If you have had a TIA withi...
Complications
Complications of TIA include: Death of brain cells due to too little blood flow to the brain; Injury that occurs from...
Prevention
Prevention of TIA includes controlling the risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, and oth...
Doctor Specialties
TIA is a medical emergency. Call 911 or other local emergency number immediately. Do not ignore symptoms just because...
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