Stroke: The Brain Emergency Every Family in Dhule Must Be Ready For – Dr. Kapil Patil
Every minute counts during a stroke. Brain cells die at the rate of 1.9 million per minute when blood supply is cut off. Dr. Kapil Patil, neurosurgeon at Vignaharta Hospital, Dhule, explains how to recognise stroke and act fast because in stroke care, time is brain.
What Is a Stroke?
A stroke occurs when blood supply to part of the brain is blocked (ischemic stroke) or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts (hemorrhagic stroke). Without oxygen, brain cells begin to die within minutes.
Remember FAST - The Golden Rule for Stroke
- F - Face Drooping: Does one side of the face droop or feel numb?
- A - Arm Weakness: Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms.
- S - Speech Difficulty: Is speech slurred, confused, or hard to understand?
- T - Time to Call: Call emergency services immediately and rush to the nearest neurosurgery hospital.
Other Stroke Warning Signs
- Sudden severe headache described as 'the worst headache of my life'
- Sudden vision problems in one or both eyes
- Loss of balance or coordination
- Confusion or inability to understand what others are saying
Stroke Treatment at Vignaharta Hospital, Dhule
Dr. Kapil Patil provides emergency neurovascular care for stroke patients at Vignaharta Hospital. Treatment options include clot-busting medications (thrombolysis) within the first few hours, surgical intervention for brain haemorrhage, and post-stroke rehabilitation planning.
Who Is at Risk?
- Patients with high blood pressure, diabetes, or heart disease
- Smokers and people with high cholesterol
- Those above 55 years of age or with a family history of stroke
- People with irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation)
Prevention matters. Regular blood pressure checks, healthy diet, exercise, and no smoking can dramatically reduce stroke risk. Consult Dr. Kapil Patil at Vignaharta Hospital, Dhule for a preventive neurology checkup.
