10 Signs of a Stroke
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Stroke Sign #1: Laboured Speech
Our brains are responsible for sending the messages that enable us to speak. When the brain is adversely affected, its ability to process speech is inhibited, leading to very laboured speaking. The victim might have slurred speech that sounds as though they are drunk, or maybe they will struggle with an uncharacteristic stutter. They can also struggle to form sentences as though they have forgotten even everyday words.
If you are with somebody that is experiencing difficulty in speaking for no apparent reason, you should seek emergency medical assistance straight away. It is not uncommon for stroke victims to recover their speech, at least partly, in the months following their stroke.
