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suspected TIA: A transient ischaemic attack (TIA) or "mini…
suspected TIA: A transient ischaemic attack (TIA) or "mini stroke" is caused by a temporary disruption in the blood supply to part of the brain.
symptoms of TIA
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sign and symptoms
1]complete paralysis of one side of the body
2]sudden vision loss, blurred vision or double vision
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During a TIA, 1 of the blood vessels that supply your brain with oxygen-rich blood becomes blocked. Usually caused by a blood clot.
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TIAs are often over very quickly, so you may not have any symptoms by the time you see a doctor.
If they suspect you've had a TIA, you'll be given aspirin to take straight away to prevent a stroke. You'll also be referred to a specialist for further tests.
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high blood pressure, considered 140/90(or an average of 135/85mmHg at home) – or 150/90mmHg (or an average of 145/85mmHg at home) if you're over the age of 80
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treatment
low dose aspirin: monitor antiplatles as The main side effects of antiplatelet medicines include indigestion and an increased risk of bleeding. For example, you may bleed for longer if you cut yourself and you may bruise easily.
You may also be given other antiplatelets, such as clopidogrel or dipyridamole.
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if combined Af consider: Warfarin, apixaban, dabigatran, edoxaban and rivaroxaban are examples of anticoagulants that may be offered to some people who have had a TIA.
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Statins may also help to reduce your risk of a stroke whatever your cholesterol level is. You may be offered a statin even if your cholesterol level is not particularly high.
Examples of statins often given to people who have had a TIA include atorvastatin, simvastatin and rosuvastatin.
These lifestyle changes can reduce your risk of problems such as your arteries becoming clogged by fatty substances (atherosclerosis), high blood pressure and high cholesterol, all of which can lead to TIAs.
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