Today's interesting fact has to do with the Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA), more commonly known as a Mini Stroke.

There are two types of strokes, and today, we will deal with one, a subset so to speak of the ischaemic stroke. An ischaemic stroke occurs when something blocks an artery that carries blood to the brain. This can be because of a blood clot that forms in an artery for what ever reason, an air bubble, blood clot or fat globule that is formed in a blood vessel somewhere, that is later carried to the brain and finally a blockage in the tiny blood vessels found deep within the brain.

If the blockage of blood supply to the brain is temporary the individual will have the symptoms of a stroke for a short time. This is called a transient ischaemic attack (TIA) or mini-stroke. The symptoms of a TIA can last from a few minutes to 24 hours.

A TIA is a sign that part of the brain is not getting enough blood and there is a risk of a more serious stroke in the future. As with any stroke, it is important to seek medical attention immediately.