About 15 minutes before a stroke, the body usually sends 4 distinct signals

✔  Why does this happen:

A stroke can cause a blood vessel in the brain to rupture, resulting in a hemorrhagic stroke (bleeding in the brain). This causes severe pressure, pain, and dizziness.

🚨  How to recognize it:

The headache begins suddenly and is severe.
The person may feel dizzy, nauseous, or even faint.
Light or sounds may seem overwhelming.

💡  What to do:

Don’t ignore the pain! Call an ambulance immediately.

4. Vision problems or loss of coordination

Blurred vision, difficulty seeing in one or both eyes, or difficulty walking straight can be negative signs of an impending stroke.

Feeling lost? The problem could be in your ears – Keck Medicine of USC

✔  Why does this happen:

Stroke impairs the brain’s ability to process visual information and maintain balance.

🚨  How to recognize it:

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