Stroke information booklet

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StrokeInformation for patients, their carers, families and friendsName: 23If this Stroke Patient booklet is found, please return to: NameAddressTelephoneMobileEmailIf you have particular needs which make it difficult for you to read this document, please contact your Stroke 1About youpageMy Stroke risk factors5Health and social care contacts6About me: Important things I d like you to know72About strokeTypes of stroke8About the brain9Diagram of the brain103The effects of strokePhysical11Sensation11Thought processes and understanding12Communication14Swallow15C ontinence15Tiredness/fatigue 15Emotional changes 15Behavioural changes 16Depression 16Relationships 18Sex 19Driving194Useful informationGlossary of terms20Financial help and support25List of Stroke factsheets26Warning signs of stroke28Books that may be of interest295PreventionRisk factors and preventing a stroke30About your medication34Common medications used in Stroke care356Stroke RehabilitationItems provided by your Stroke Team145About you This booklet is to help you keep a record of your care The booklet also provides information on Stroke and how to look after yourself.

Thought processes and understanding Cognition The effects of a stroke on cognition are varied and complex. People can have problems in many areas relating to thinking and reasoning. This can include difficulties with planning how to carry out a task and making decisions. The stroke team will work with you to identify any problems you may have.

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