Serious Signs and Symptoms that Could Be Life Threatening
Muscle weakness can occasionally be a sign of a serious illness, especially if it strikes quickly and only affects one side of the body. This is frequently one of the initial indications of a stroke.
If you or someone you are with experiences any of these potentially fatal symptoms, get medical help right away:
- abrupt numbness or weakness, typically on one side of the body, in the arms, legs, or face
- sudden difficulty understanding, speaking, or hearing others
- abrupt vision changes, especially if they only affect one eye
- suddenly feeling unsteady, having trouble walking, or being uncoordinated
- sudden, excruciating headache with no apparent cause
If it is the case of a stroke, [5] every second matters. One way to reduce the amount of brain damage that a stroke can cause is to get treatment right away. If someone has a stroke, understanding the symptoms is the first step in saving their life.