Stroke Articles A-Z
A stroke is a sudden episode in which a blood vessel in the brain gets blocked or ruptures. This eMedTV article explains how a stroke may occur and provides an overview of strokes, including information about symptoms and treatment options.
Stroke and depression are often linked. As explained on this eMedTV Web page, many people who have had a stroke experience depression. This article explains the benefits of diagnosing and treating depression experienced by stroke survivors.
The most common stroke causes involve blood clots blocking the flow of blood to the brain. This eMedTV article describes possible causes of a stroke, which can include an embolism, thrombosis, an aneurysm, head trauma, and a brain tumor.