Stroke is a medical emergency. By calling 999 early, treatment can be given which can prevent further brain damage.

Other signs and symptoms of a stroke include:

• Sudden numbness of the face or one side of the body
• Gradual or sudden loss of consciousness
• Confusion
• Lack of coordination
• Weakness or paralysis
• Loss of balance
• Slurred or confused speech
• Headache
• Slow strong pulse
• Slow deep noisy breathing
• Sight problems
• Unequal pupil size
• Flushed dry skin
• Vomiting or incontinence
• Sudden severe headache