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Long-term Effects of Stroke

Based on facts obtained by the American Heart Association, stroke is the primary cause of long-term disability in the US. A large portion of stroke survivors reach a point of recovery where they are still independent, but there are some left with lifelong disability and may need to be placed in an assisted living situation.

Typically, a victim of a more serious stroke will need to spend extra time in the rehabilitation clinic working on restoring motor skills and other bodily functions. Some of the changes that may need to be rehabilitated in therapy are:

  • Confusion or dementia.
  • Problems ingesting food.
  • Slouching of half the face or mouth.
  • Imbalanced equilibrium.
  • Lack of coordination.
  • Paralysis of an entire side of the body.
  • Bladder or bowel control issues.
  • Eye and ear problems.
  • Trouble with enunciation.
  • Weakness.

Stroke victims often develop depression after the fact, and it can even rub off on family members. More and more people are forced to cope with post-stroke hardships as the death toll due to stroke falls and survival rates rise.

A small number of stroke patients may notice pain in the regions of their bodies where they are lacking all sensation. The cause of this disorder, known as central post-stroke pain, is unconfirmed. It is very difficult to treat, but a group of drugs are currently under consideration to minimize post-stroke discomfort.