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Neurology (Expert Forum)
Possible TIA??
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Possible TIA??
by Ron-L, Sep 13, 1998 12:00AM
I have had 2 episodes of the following:
off ballance, cannot focus properly, slurred speech, very sharp headache
type pain behind right eye. these last 5 to 10 minutes.
I have hardly never had headaches of any kind , and my blood pressure
during these episodes has been 120/77 and 150/90. I suffered a fall off
a ladder 5 months ago and received a hard blow to the head (untreated) the fall did
not render me unconsious. I am 58 years old and i do not drink or smoke
and I work out daily.
Thank you
Ron-L
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Thanks for your question. The symptoms described in your message can be a
consequence of a TIA, although focal, sharp pain is not a common symptom
described by patients. The fact that you also had an "uninvestigated"
head trauma is also of concern. I recommend that you make an appointment
with a neurologist and have a thorough neurological evaluation.
I hope this information is helpful.
This information is provided for general medical education purposes only.
Please consult your doctor regarding diagnostic and treatment options.
