What is cerebrovascular accident stroke? Know all about  Bollywood legend Mithun Chakraborty’s diagnosis

Recognize signs: sudden numbness, confusion, difficulty speaking, seeing, walking, dizziness, severe headache.

Mithun Chakraborty's cerebrovascular accident stroke is a critical medical condition in Bollywood.
Mithun Chakraborty's cerebrovascular accident stroke is a critical medical condition in Bollywood. (Photo: X/DrSukantaBJP)

Renowned actor and politician Mithun Chakraborty was hospitalized in Kolkata on Saturday morning. An official statement from the hospital has provided an update on his condition. Chakraborty has been diagnosed with an Ischemic Cerebrovascular Accident (Stroke) of the brain.

According to the statement, Chakraborty was admitted with complaints of weakness in his right upper and lower limbs. He is currently undergoing treatment and is under the care of a team of doctors.

The official statement reads, “Mithun Chakraborty (73), a National Award-winning actor, was admitted to the Emergency Department of Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals, Kolkata, at approximately 9:40 am with complaints of weakness in the right upper and lower limbs. After necessary investigations, including an MRI of the brain, he has been diagnosed with an Ischemic Cerebrovascular Accident (Stroke). Currently, he is fully conscious, well-oriented, and on a soft diet. Chakraborty is undergoing further evaluation by a team of doctors, including a neuro-physician, cardiologist, and gastroenterologist.”

Mithun Chakraborty had a meeting with Sukanta Majumdar, the West Bengal BJP chief, on Sunday. Numerous individuals were observed gathered around Mithun’s bedside. Former cricketer Sourav Ganguly also visited Mithun at the hospital.

Chakraborty joined the BJP party in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Kolkata’s historic Brigade Parade Ground, colloquially known as the Maidan, on March 7, 2021.

Cerebrovascular Accident Stroke

There are two primary types of stroke: Ischemic stroke and Hemorrhagic stroke.

Ischemic strokes are more common and occur when blood clots or other particles obstruct the brain’s blood vessels. Fatty deposits, known as plaque, can also contribute to blockages by accumulating in the blood vessels.

Conversely, a hemorrhagic stroke occurs when an artery in the brain ruptures or leaks blood, leading to increased pressure on brain cells and subsequent damage.

This condition arises when the brain’s blood vessels become narrowed or blocked due to blood clots or other debris circulating through the bloodstream, often originating from the heart. Consequently, this diminished blood flow to the brain results in an ischemic stroke which is a medical emergency.

Symptoms

Symptoms such as slurred speech, confusion, numbness, or sudden vision changes may indicate a stroke. Immediate medical attention is crucial to prevent lasting disabilities.

Immediate medical attention is crucial for ischemic strokes which develop rapidly over minutes to hours. Recognize signs:

  • Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body
  • Sudden confusion
  • Sudden trouble speaking
  • Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes
  • Sudden trouble walking
  • Sudden dizziness, loss of balance, or coordination
  • Sudden, severe headache with no known cause

Not all symptoms occur with every stroke; some may clear up within minutes, indicating a transient ischemic attack (TIA), an early warning sign of stroke.

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