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TIA Symptoms

Typically, TIA symptoms appear suddenly and may include dizziness, confusion, and difficulty speaking. This eMedTV article discusses common signs and symptoms of this event, such as sudden severe headache with no known cause and loss of coordination.

TIA Treatment

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.

TIAs

Transient Ischemic Attack

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 these attacks, including a discussion of their causes and symptoms.

What Is a Stroke?