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What Are the Secondary Consequences After Stroke?

A stroke occurs when part of the brain is deprived for a period of time from blood flow, meaning that this part of the brain is not getting oxygen and other necessary substances. This can lead to a number of effects and possibly lasting complications.

  1. Muscle Impact

    • A stroke can cause an affected individual to lose control or use of all or some of the muscles on one side of their body, according to the Mayo Clinic.

    Communication

    • Stroke can lead to a verbal communication problem known as aphasia, according to the Mayo Clinic. In aphasia, individuals have trouble turning ideas into words.

    Cognitive and Memory Issues

    • The Mayo Clinic reports that strokes can lead to some memory loss as well as difficulty in understanding or processing information.

    Pain

    • Another complication of shingles is pain, tingling or other similar feelings. Central pain syndrome (CPS), a type of pain experienced as a result of stroke, is difficult to treat because the pain is felt in the brain (as opposed to signals sent from another part of the body to the brain), according to the Mayo Clinic.

    Considerations

    • The Mayo Clinic reports that it is important to seek out immediate medical treatment for stroke in order to minimize damage to the brain as well as the risk of complications.

    Treatment

    • Targeted physical and other therapy methodologies are generally recommended in the management of the complications of stroke, according to the Mayo Clinic.

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