Stroke

A stroke is caused when blood flow in the brain is blocked, depriving the brain of oxygen and causing the death of cells. Blood flow is disrupted in two ways.

Clot

In an ischemic stroke, a blood clot slows or stops blood flow to the brain. A clot can originate in the brain, or it can travel from another part of the body, such as from the heart. Clots are responsible for about 90 percent of all strokes.

Blood clots can be formed by atherosclerosis, a condition where the walls of arteries become hardened and

Brain Disorders

Your brain is the control center of your body. It is a part of the neurological system, a complex system that includes the spinal cord and a vast network of nerves and neurons that control and implement the functions you do every day. Brain disorders occur when your brain is damaged by injury, disease, or health conditions.

What Are the Symptoms of Brain Disorders?

The symptoms of brain disorders typically depend on the cause of the condition. Brain disorders may affect