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Ischemic stroke accounts for approximately 87% of all strokes.
Veteran actor and politician Mithun Chakraborty was admitted to a Kolkata hospital on Saturday morning after experiencing weakness in his right arm and leg. He has been diagnosed with an Ischemic Cerebrovascular Accident (Stroke), according to an official statement released by the hospital.
The 73-year-old actor is currently receiving treatment and remains under observation by a team of doctors. The statement did not reveal the severity of the stroke or provide further details about his prognosis.
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Chakraborty, known for his iconic roles in films like “Disco dancer” and “Agnepath” He has been active in both film and politics in recent years. He is a current member of the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of the Indian Parliament.
The news of his hospitalization has shocked the Indian film industry, with fans and fellow actors expressing their concern and wishing him a speedy recovery.
Let’s explore the medical emergency that has resulted in the renowned actor’s hospitalization.
What is an ischemic stroke?
According to the US government MedlinePlus, there are two types of stroke: ischemic and hemorrhagic. Ischemic stroke is the most common type. It accounts for about 87% of all strokes. It is usually caused by a blood clot that blocks or plugs a blood vessel in the brain. This prevents blood from flowing to the brain. Within minutes, brain cells begin to die. Another cause is stenosis or narrowing of the artery. This can happen due to atherosclerosis, a disease in which plaque builds up inside the arteries. Transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) occur when the blood supply to the brain is briefly interrupted. Having a TIA may mean you are at risk for a more serious stroke.
The symptoms of stroke are:
- Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg (especially on one side of the body)
- Sudden confusion, difficulty speaking, or difficulty understanding speech.
- Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes.
- Sudden problems walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination.
- Sudden, severe headache with no known cause