The symptoms are usually sudden, or may be noticed after getting up from sleep. They include weakness or numbness of one side of the body, slurring of speech, double vision, severe giddiness with any of these already mentioned symptoms, the worst headache in one's life, drowsiness, coma. Seek medical attention immediately. Rush to the nearest hospital. Studies suggest that up to one third recover fully, one third have partial recovery, one third do not recover at all.
Recovery is a slow process.
Most of the recovery occurs in the first 3 to 6 months, but recovery may continue for up to 2 years. There is a lot that you can do. Take your medications for these illnesses if given to you by your doctor. If you are given medications to reduce the risk of a second stroke, please take them regularly. Eat healthy foods.