- Sudden weakness or numbness affecting the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body
- Facial drooping, difficulty speaking, confusion, or trouble understanding speech
- Sudden loss of vision, blurred vision, severe dizziness, or loss of coordination
- A sudden, unusually severe headache, particularly when accompanied by neurological symptoms
Do not wait for these symptoms to disappear on their own. Call your local emergency service and follow its instructions. Do not drive yourself if you feel faint, confused, severely short of breath, or seriously unwell.