4. Changes in Balance and Coordination
Women may experience a loss of balance or coordination, which can be confused with common dizziness or even fainting. Difficulty walking, loss of balance and the feeling of being “drunk” without having consumed alcohol are signs to watch out for.
5. Mental Confusion or Disorientation
Sudden confusion, memory loss, and disorientation are symptoms that may be more prevalent in women. They may have trouble recalling where they are, what they were doing, or even recognizing persons nearby. This misunderstanding may be subtle and mistaken for indicators of stress or weariness, but it should be investigated thoroughly.
6. Changes in Vision
Although vision loss is a more well-known symptom, women may experience a sudden change in vision in one eye or blurred vision, without total loss. This happens because a stroke can affect the area of the brain responsible for vision, leading to a temporary decrease in visual acuity or even blindness in one eye.
7. Neck or Jaw Pain
Neck or jaw discomfort in women may indicate a stroke, especially if it is accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea, trouble speaking, or tingling. This type of pain may be mistaken for regular muscle soreness or even tooth problems, but if it persists, seek medical attention.
8. Numbness or Tingling Sensation on One Side of the Body
Although numbness or tingling in the face, arm or leg is a well-known symptom, in women, this symptom may be more diffuse, affecting only one part of the body or appearing suddenly. The tingling sensation or paralysis may occur on one side of the body and progress to motor difficulties.
9. Mood Swings or Sudden Irritation
Sudden mood swings, such as severe impatience or feeling melancholy for no apparent cause, may indicate that the brain is being damaged by a stroke. Women, in particular, may experience a rapid shift in their emotions, which can be attributed to daily stress, but should be properly observed.
