5 Symptoms of a Mini Stroke in Seniors That Shouldn’t Be Ignored

One side of the face looks uneven or “sags”
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Ask the person to smile—does one corner droop?
2. Arm Weakness
Sudden numbness or weakness in one arm (or leg)They may drop objects or be unable to raise both arms evenly
3. Speech Difficulty
Slurred, garbled, or strange speech
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Inability to repeat a simple sentence (“The sky is blue”)
Sometimes, they can’t speak at all—or don’t realize their words are wrong
4. Vision Changes (The “+1”)
Sudden blurred, double, or lost vision in one or both eyes

May describe it as a “curtain coming down” over their eye
Often overlooked—but a classic TIA sign in seniors
5. Balance or Coordination Loss (The “+2”)
Sudden dizziness, stumbling, or loss of balance
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Not due to inner ear issues—this comes without warning
They may say, “I just felt like the room spun,” or “My legs gave out”
 Crucial note: Symptoms may last as little as 2–5 minutes—but call 911 immediately, even if they’ve stopped.

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