A 'Transient Ischemic Attack' (TIA) or 'Mini-stroke' is a condition in which the person experiences the symptoms of a stroke for a few minutes. The symptoms completely resolve within a few minutes. About 1 in 3 persons experiencing TIA will eventually develop a full blown stroke. This is the reason why TIA is also called 'Warning Stroke' . It also gives the person time to act and prevent permanent stroke.
TIA occurs because the blood flow to a part of the brain stops temporarily due to a clot. When the body dissolves the clot, blood flow is restored and the symptoms resolve. Decreased blood flow due to narrowing of an artery supplying a part of the brain may also lead to TIA in situations where the demand increases. The common symptoms of TIA are exactly the same as that of stroke. Sudden numbness, tingling, weakness, or loss of movement in your face, arm, or leg, especially on…
