Strokes are the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and a leading cause of disability. Every year, about 795,000 people in the U.S. have a stroke. A stroke occurs when blood flow to your brain is interrupted. Brain cells begin to die when they don't get the oxygen and nutrients they need from blood.
The two main types of stroke are ischemic and hemorrhagic.
If a blood clot blocks the flow of blood to your brain, you suffer an ischemic stroke.
If a blood vessel ruptures or leaks in your brain, you experience a hemorrhagic stroke. A hemorrhagic stroke is less common than an ischemic stroke.
A stroke is characterized by sudden numbness or weakness, sudden confusion or difficulty talking, sudden difficulty seeing in one or both eyes, sudden difficulty walking, dizziness, or loss of balance or coordination. If you have any of these symptoms, get to a hospital as soon as you can so you can receive treatment to prevent or limit brain damage. To help prevent strokes, getting an ultrasound can be very helpful.
An ultrasound is a powerful medical tool that can be used for a variety of purposes, including stroke screening. Strokes are a leading cause of death and disability, and early detection is crucial for treatment.
Ultrasound can be used to identify blockages in the arteries that supply blood to the brain, as well as to detect abnormalities in the way blood flows through the brain. In addition, stroke screening can be used to assess the risk of future strokes by looking for changes in the structure of the arteries.
Ultrasound is a painless, non-invasive procedure that is widely available, making it an ideal tool for stroke screening.
Schedule your stroke screening appointment today at Zion Diagnostic Ultrasound in St. George, Utah.
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