Home Stroke Symptoms in Women by Delilah Newton | Jun 01, 2021 (?) (?) (?) While you may have had normal blood pressure most of your life, a woman's chance of developing high blood pressure increase considerably after menopause. Stroke Symptoms in WomenMen and women who have strokes often feel similar symptoms, but some signs of stroke in women can be subtle enough to be missed or brushed off. That can lead to delays in getting time-sensitive, lifesaving treatments.Stroke Symptoms in Men and WomenNumbness or weakness in face, arm or legTrouble speaking or understanding speechVision problemsTrouble walking or a lack of coordinationSevere headache without a known causeAdditional Stroke Symptoms in WomenGeneral weaknessDisorientation and confusion or memory problemsFatigueNausea or vomitingHigh blood pressure is the leading cause of stroke and the most significant controllable risk factor for stroke. Seeing your doctor regularly to have your blood pressure monitored is an important step in stroke prevention for women or men.BE FAST (Learn the Warning Signs and Act Fast)Balance: Loss of balance, headache or dizzinessEyes: Blurred visionFace: One side of the face is droopingArms: Arm or leg weaknessSpeech: Speech difficultyTime: Time to call for an ambulance immediatelyDon't Wait, Call 911Source: American Heart Association Show oldest on top Show newest on top Leave a comment Load more comments Thank you for the comment! Your comment must be approved first You've already submitted a review for this item Thank you! Your review has been submitted successfully Login to be able to comment Leave a comment Comment cannot be empty Rating is required Click to add (?) Click to add (?) New code Please type the code above You typed the code incorrectly. Please try again Want more stories like this? Subscribe to our E-newsletter Share this blog post: Go to Healthy Tomorrow home