Recognize the Symptoms,
Transport in Time!

Recognize the Symptoms,
Transport in Time!

Symptoms of a stroke typically appear suddenly and require immediate action. The time between the onset of symptoms and the start of treatment directly affects the degree of brain tissue damage.

The time between the onset of symptoms and the start of treatment directly affects the degree of damage to brain tissue.

The time between the onset of symptoms and the start of treatment directly affects the degree of damage to brain tissue.

Emergency Hospitals

Emergency Hospitals

80% recovery in the first 3 hours and 50% in the first 6 hours


Face

Arms

Speech

Time

F.a.s.t.

Face

Symptom:

Sudden weakness or numbness on one side of the face.

How to recognize:

Ask the person to smile. If one corner of the mouth is down while the other remains normal, this is a serious sign. The eye or cheek on that side may appear relaxed or uncontrolled.

Face

Arms

Speech

Time

F.a.s.t.

Face

Symptom:

Sudden weakness or numbness on one side of the face.

How to recognize:

Ask the person to smile. If one corner of the mouth is down while the other remains normal, this is a serious sign. The eye or cheek on that side may appear relaxed or uncontrolled.

F.a.s.t.

Face

Symptom:

Sudden weakness or numbness on one side of the face.

How to recognize:

Ask the person to smile. If one corner of the mouth is drooping while the other is normal, it is a serious sign.

Face

Arms

Weakness?

Speech

Unclear?

Time

Respond Immediately!

F.a.s.t.

Face

Symptom:

Sudden weakness or numbness on one side of the face.

How to recognize:

Ask the person to smile. If one corner of the mouth is down while the other remains normal, this is a serious sign. The eye or cheek on that side may appear relaxed or uncontrolled.

Face

Arms

Speech

Time

F.a.s.t.

Face

Symptom:

Sudden weakness or numbness on one side of the face.

How to recognize:

Ask the person to smile. If one corner of the mouth is down while the other remains normal, this is a serious sign. The eye or cheek on that side may appear relaxed or uncontrolled.

Call 194 if these symptoms are present!

Atypical Symptoms in Elderly

Atypical Symptoms in Elderly

In individuals over the age of 65, the symptoms of a stroke may be milder or "quieter." Families often mistakenly attribute them to "senile forgetfulness" or chronic issues.

In individuals over the age of 65, the symptoms of a stroke may be milder or "quieter." Families often mistakenly attribute them to "senile forgetfulness" or chronic issues.

Signs to watch out for:

Signs to watch out for:

Sudden confusion and memory problems

Difficulties in walking, unexplained falls

Withdrawal into oneself, behavioral changes

Sudden weakness or exhaustion

Reduced ability to respond to external stimuli

Patients often cannot react due to paralysis or do not recognize the symptoms as dangerous. Therefore, it is crucial for those around them to be able to recognize these symptoms and ensure they are transported to receive care.

Older people often confuse symptoms with aging.

Importance

The Importance of Recognizing Symptoms

The Importance of Recognizing Symptoms

Recognizing the symptoms of a stroke—whether typical or atypical—must be swift and decisive. Every second delays treatment and increases the risk of permanent brain damage. Whether symptoms appear in younger or older individuals, women or men, they should be taken seriously and the patient should be transported immediately.

Recognizing the symptoms of a stroke—whether typical or atypical—must be swift and decisive. Every second delays treatment and increases the risk of permanent brain damage. Whether symptoms appear in younger or older individuals, women or men, they should be taken seriously and the patient should be transported immediately.

Emergency Hospitals