Stroke Signs and Symptoms

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Symptoms of a stroke in men

Men and women can have some of the same signs and symptoms of a stroke (see above). However, some stroke symptoms occur more often in men. These include:

drooping on one side of the face or an uneven smile
slurred speech, difficulty speaking, and trouble understanding other speech
arm weakness or muscle weakness on one side of the body

While some symptoms may differ between men and women, it’s equally important for both to be able to spot a stroke early and get help. [4]

References:

[1] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/stroke/symptoms-causes/syc-20350113

[2] https://www.healthline.com/health/stroke#types

[3] https://www.healthline.com/health/stroke#types

[4] https://www.healthline.com/health/stroke#types

Rowena T. November 30, 2020

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