A mini-stroke or TIA is a
warning sign of a stroke
1 in 10 people who experience a TIA may have a full stroke within a week
“I was sat having tea
and became aware
of a loss of sensation
in my arm. I looked in
the mirror and could
see my mouth had
drooped too”
Symptoms of mini-strokes come on very suddenly, and usually
last for a short time. Even if the symptoms go completely, or
come and go, you need urgent medical attention.
• Unable to smile
• Loss of sensation on one side
• Loss or disturbance of vision
in one eye
• Weakness or clumsiness of
hand, arm or leg
• Unable to hold things
• Numbness or loss of feeling
• Total loss of speech or
difficulty speaking clearly or
finding words to use
If the symptoms continue, or last longer than 20 minutes
you may be having a stroke. So don’t delay - ring 999 FAST.