Stroke Articles A-Z
TIA symptoms generally appear suddenly and may include dizziness, confusion, and difficulty speaking. This eMedTV article discusses common symptoms of a TIA, such as sudden severe headache with no known cause and loss of coordination.
TIA treatment may include lifestyle changes (such as losing weight) and medications (such as warfarin). This eMedTV resource describes treatment for people who have had a TIA, which may also include procedures such as a carotid endarterectomy.
A transient ischemic attack is a sudden episode in which the brain's blood supply is briefly interrupted. This eMedTV Web page offers an overview of transient ischemic attacks, including a discussion of their causes and symptoms.


