Most of us have heard of the word “stroke.”

(Obviously, we’re not talking to the doctors and medical students here).

Well, perHealthline, a stroke takes place when your brain is deprived of oxygen.

Woman suffering from a stroke

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For example, you could lose certain abilities such as eating and swallowing, or movement and sensation.

Furthermore, it’s not just the physical side that is altered from having a stroke.

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No longer will making decisions come easy to you, per Healthline.

An activity that was once painless may become difficult.

In all, having a stroke is not a pretty picture.

That’s why it’s up to you to do your best to prevent one from happening.