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Potential Warning Signs of a Stroke

Mohsen Grayeli

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Mohsen Grayeli established ASAP, LLC, in 2003 and continues to own and lead the residential real estate and home remodeling holding company as president. Beyond his work analyzing potential investment opportunities and managing daily operations, Mohsen Grayeli supports several local and national nonprofit organizations, including the American Stroke Association.

The American Stroke Association provides a number of valuable health resources, including information on how to detect the early signs of a stroke. According to the organization, the most effective way to monitor for symptoms of a stroke is to use the FAST method. The “F” in FAST stands for “face drooping,” a telltale sign of an oncoming stroke. To check for this symptom, individuals should stand in front of a mirror and smile, looking for unevenness. The face may also appear to pull to one side and might feel numb.

Arm weakness is another stroke warning sign. Weakness may be experienced as mild discomfort or numbness. To determine whether or not arm weakness might be related to a stroke, raise both arms parallel to the floor. If one arm begins drifting downward, a stroke may be imminent, particularly when accompanied by slurred speech, the “S” in FAST, or a complete inability to talk.
Finally, the “T” stands for time to call 9-1-1. If a person demonstrates any of these signs, emergency medical services should be contacted at once.