Stroke Articles A-Z
As explained in this eMedTV segment, a TIA (transient ischemic attack) is a stroke-like episode caused by a brief interruption in blood flow to the brain. This article offers a look at risk factors for a TIA and causes and symptoms of such an attack.
Although they may cause similar symptoms, a transient ischemic attack, or TIA, and stroke are not the same. This eMedTV article explains that a stroke's symptoms last at least 24 hours, while symptoms of a TIA may last less than 30 minutes.
In the case of a transient ischemic attack, or TIA, diagnosis may involve blood tests, CT scans, and MRIs. This eMedTV resource looks at the process of diagnosing a TIA -- from the first questions doctors may ask to tests used in diagnosis.
TIA prevention usually involves lifestyle changes, such as losing weight and exercising regularly. This eMedTV Web page discusses strategies for preventing a TIA, which may also involve medications (such as aspirin) as well as certain procedures.
Transient ischemic attack, or TIA, risk factors include such things as smoking and being male. This eMedTV page provides an in-depth discussion of risk factors for TIA, such as having high blood pressure, being African American, and having diabetes.