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What Are The Symptoms Of A Stroke?

I went to my dr on Friday and found myself very much underweight. I ve lost 50+ lbs in the last year. I ve noticed that my arms were weak and then today I woke up and couldn t get out of bed. I m experiencing paralysis all over my body. It s gotten better as I ve been awake (15 min or so). Is it possible that this is a sign of having a stroke?

posted on Sat, 7 Oct 2017

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General & Family Physician, Dr. Dr. Michelle Gibson's Response

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Strokes can present in slightly different ways in individuals but in general there is weakness on one side only because a stroke involves a bleed or blockage of blood on one side of the brain.
Generalized weakness and paralysis would likely be due to a different cause.
You may want to consider visiting your doctor for an assessment regarding these additional symptoms.
I hope this helps

Take Care

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Dr. Michelle Gibson James, General & Family Physician

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What Are The Symptoms Of A Stroke?

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