THE STROKE!!! What is STROKE? A *Stroke* occurs when blockage or bleed of the blood vessels either interrupts or reduces the supply's of blood to the brain. When this happens, the brain does not receive enough oxygen or Nutrients and brain cells start weak. *Stroke* is a cerebrovascular disease. This means that, it affect the blood vessels that feed the brain oxygen. If the brain does not received enough oxygen, damages may start to occurs. *TYPES OF STROKE:* 1.ISCHEMIC STROKE. *Ischemic stroke* : This is the most common type of stroke, making up 87% of all cases. A blood clot prevents blood and oxygen from reaching an area of the brain. *Hemorrhagic stroke:* This occurs when a blood vessel ruptures. These are usually the result of aneurysm. *Causes and risk* *factors* Each type of stroke has a different set of potential causes. Generally, however, stroke is more likely to affect a person if they: a .have overweight or obesity b . are 55 years of age or older c . have a pers...
