What to expect after a stroke

Recovering from a stroke is different for everyone, but the first 90 days are an important time. During the first few months after a stroke, patients need rehabilitation to help recover motor, speech, and cognitive functions, lifestyle changes, and mental health support for the best chances of long-term recovery.
In this episode of House Calls: Real Docs, Real Talk, Dr. Eduardo Sanchez explains the stroke signs and what to do if you think someone is having a stroke, what happens in the brain during a stroke, and what to expect during treatment and recovery.
Learn more about stroke and stroke recovery at www.stroke.org...
Know the stroke warning signs and act FAST: If you see face drooping, arm weakness or speech difficulty, it’s time to call 911. www.stroke.org...
Watch House Calls: Real Docs, Real Talk for trustworthy information on managing health conditions and preventing heart disease and stroke. Hosted by Dr. Eduardo Sanchez, the chief medical officer for prevention at the American Heart Association, each episode features science-backed information and practical advice to help you live a longer, healthier life.

[@Mooregirl]

Great advice❤I am three years out and is still dealing with cognitive issues😢tfs

[@paulakaiser7138]

Wow. What you have said definitely makes me feel as though I definitely had a stroke 14 yrs. Ago. Woke up one morning and I could speak but I had to think how to pronounce every word. Complete delayed reaction when I had to speak. Family Doc. Referred me to a speech therapist.... Now diagnosed with Spasmodic Dystonia...After an exam was done with camera put down to my vocal chords. I was told that I would never be able to talk again in a normal fashion and recommended Botox in my vocal chords. Went to a Specialist dealing with Spasmodic dystonia and had shots done down my throat...several.... I truly thougt I might die.... I couldn't breathe. After that I was supposed to be able to talk. I still had to think before each word. I still felt mentally slow. Botox did nothing. My balance was still not working. In hindsight. I certainly think I had a stroke. Question??? Not like Doctors are God and have all of the answers but why do you think they did not diagnose a possibility of a stroke as opposed to Dystonia? Your information is so very important and I thank you.

[@swbottles]

If it's so important the get to the hospital fast exactly what do the doctors do for you? They did nothing for me but billed my $20,000 for just sleeping 20 hours a day in the hospital.

[@argeliagonzalez1303]

Thank you for the information you shared. I am sure it will help someone. My husband had a stroke a couple of months ago. Unfortunately, the hospital (took him within an hour) I took him to only did a CAT scan that didn’t show he had a stroke. MRI wasn’t done right away. They give me a couple of reasons machine was down & no technician. Such a horrible experience at the hospital.

[@hplee881]

Happened to me also. So sad

[@gailsfoodandstuff]

our neighbor (lady about 45 years old) was found, after 3 days, on the floor. i know nothing more right now, but what is the realistic outcome? i dont think she can talk and her left side is not working.

[@swbottles]

That's so young for a stroke. I had one to and I couldn't get up, but after 15 minutes I was able to get up and walk. After I went to the hospital and tried to walk again I couldn't. It took all week to be able to barley be able to walk again. Could it be that the doctors made me worse so they could keep me in the hospital longer, 10 days so they could make more money?

[@Hartleymolly]

@@swbottlesmine was at 36..and I still can’t well..even after inpatient