Transient ischemic attack
Also called: TIA and mini stroke
A brief stroke-like attack that, despite resolving within minutes to hours, still requires immediate medical attention to distinguish from an actual stroke.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging often required
- Short-term: resolves within days to weeks
- Critical: needs emergency care
A TIA may be a warning sign of a future stroke.
Common: More than 200,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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Transient ischemic attack (TIA) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
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