TIA is a warning: It means you are likely to have a stroke in the future. If
you think you are having a TIA, call 911. Early treatment can help prevent a
stroke. If you think you had a TIA but your symptoms went away, you
still need to call your doctor right away.
transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) occur suddenly and
are always temporary. They usually go away in 10 to 20 minutes. TIA
symptoms are just like
stroke symptoms. They vary depending on which part of
the brain is affected. Common symptoms of TIA may include:
- Sudden numbness, tingling, weakness, or loss of movement in your face, arm, or leg, especially on only one side of your body.
- Sudden vision changes.
- Sudden trouble speaking.
- Sudden confusion or trouble understanding simple statements.
- Sudden problems with walking or balance.
- A sudden, severe headache that is different from past headaches.
If symptoms last longer than an hour, it might be more likely that you have had a stroke.