Depression is a common problem among stroke sufferers. Known as post-stroke depression (PSD), almost 30 percent of stroke patients are expected to experience this complication. But the symptoms of depression may overtake the emergence of strokes in some people, according to a new study.This means that some people may experience symptoms of depression many years before they experience a stroke. Researchers from the University of M Nster in Germany also found that the symptoms of depression worsened after a stroke.
While the symptoms of depression before a stroke may not always be clinically detected, researchers suggest that even a little increase in certain symptoms, especially mood and symptoms related to fatigue, can show future strokes. The results of this study were published in an online edition of the neurology, The Medical Journal of American Academy of Neurology.
Warning signs of stroke one shouldn’t ignore
Stroke occurs when blood supply to the brain is disturbed, which is mostly due to blocked blood or arteries.Seeing the 5 most common warning signs of stroke as easy as remembering words quickly.
- Face drooping: Ask the person to smile, it will be crooked, or one side of the face will droop.
- Arm weakness or numbness: One arm may drop lower than the other.
- Speech problems: Slurring or difficulty to repeat a simple phrase.
- Time: Now, it’s time to call an ambulance.
Some other possible symptoms of future strokes include headaches, dizziness, numbness on one side of the body, vision lloss, confusion, etc.Some factors can increase the risk of developing stroke. This includes being overweight, smoking, alcohol use, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and has certain conditions such as diabetes or atrial fibrillation.
Leading a healthy lifestyle including eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly can help reduce many of these risks, experts said.