Post tag: stroke

Disabilities to deal with after a stroke A stroke can cause significant damage and often leave sufferers with a disability. Sometimes it leaves people unable to walk or even communicate on their own. For people with severe impairments, traveling can appear daunting or downright impossible. While traveling with disabilities can be difficult, it is not…

A stroke often leaves its mark and, as everyone knows, causes physical damage. But did you know that stroke can affect the personality as well? It is more common than you think and may explain why you or your loved one are acting unusual. Rest assured that personality changes after a stroke are perfectly normal.…

90210 Star Luke Perry Dies of Massive Stroke The star of "Beverly Hills, 90210" Luke Perry died at the age of just 52 as a result of a severe stroke. Many people faced shock and confusion following the news. They may be thinking how could somebody so young die from a stroke? – It is…

Stroke Treatment Sasha was in perfect health and had no significant problems when he suffered a stroke three years ago. One night, however, in the blink of an eye, the life he knew changed forever. "The only thing I felt was a pain in my jaw," recounts Sasha, the night he suffered an ischemic stroke,…

Cord blood as a source of stem cells In 1983, it was discovered that umbilical cord blood can serve as an amazing source of stem cells. However, it wasn’t until 1988 that the first successful cord blood transplant was carried out. Since then, cord blood has been used to treat a wide range of diseases,…

Stroke severity is not predictable A stroke can have devastating consequences - not only physical, but especially neurological. Stroke survivors and their families are well aware of this. Every stroke is different, and there is no way to predict stroke severity until examination by specialized healthcare professionals. Physicians measure the initial damage of a stroke…

Recovery time varies from patient to patient The time it takes to recover from a stroke varies from patient to patient. Some people fully recover after a few months with little to no post-stroke symptoms. For others, recovery can be a long, winding road. These differences in recovery depend on any number of factors including…

If you have already suffered a stroke, the likelihood of suffering another one is significantly increased afterwards. To fight these odds, your doctor may prescribe certain medications. It can be difficult to understand the many medications your doctor may give you, but they all work together to keep you healthy and prevent future blood clot…

The advantages of cord blood in stem cell therapy In other clinics, it is common for patients undergoing stem cell therapy there to provide their own stem cells in an invasive procedure. With donated cord blood, however, our stem cell units are readily available as soon as the patient is ready to receive treatment. Some…

Your diet has a direct impact on your health. Therefore, it is not surprising that it can help you prevent a stroke. Whether you have already suffered a stroke or want to prevent future strokes, your diet plays a key role. Major contributors to stroke Obesity, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure are all major…