Heart attacks and strokes - What's the difference?

A stroke is a very serious disease condition that can lead to permanent irreversible changes to the body. It can lead to death and disability, hence it is a medical emergency. Immediate medical care can help prevent the damage.

A Stroke can be much more serious than a heart attack. Individuals are known to die more often from a stroke than a heart attack. Stroke can lead to long-term and severe damage to body.

Warning signs of stroke and heart attacks:

1. Pain in the chest or the arm as we all know is a sign of heart attack. Stroke presents itself as a tingling sensation, numbnessand inability to move.


2. A person who is having a heart attack will often be short of breath. Whereas a stroke may cause problems with their vision, hearing or balance depending on the area of impairment.

Common symptoms to both heart attacks and strokes:

1. Nausea


2. Dizziness


3. Sweating profusely


4. Sudden headache

Both conditions need immediate attention. A quick call to the emergency unit of hospital in the nick of time might just save a life.

Prevention of stroke and heart attack:

1. Regularly getting an annual checkup done by your doctor.


2. Following his/her advice.


3. Eating healthy foods.


4. Getting plenty of rest.


5. Exercising daily.