Stroke
Different types of stroke
Ishemic stroke-Occurs as a results of an obstruction from the blood vessels supplying blood to the brain.
http://www.strokecenter.org/patients/about-stroke/ischemic-stroke/
Hemorrhagic stroke-A ruptured vessel that bleeds in the brain.
http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1916662-overview
Treatment Options
In ischemic stroke typically focuses on clot-busting medication to restore blood flow to the brain as soon as possible. The focus then turns to preventing future strokes by treating their risk factors and untreated conditions. These include a heart condition known as atrial fibrillation that causes an increased risk of blood clots, as well as diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Treatment typically involves a combination of prescription medications and healthy lifestyle changes such as eating better, reducing salt intake and exercising more often.
Hemorrhagic strokes are more difficult to manage and are more likely to be fatal. Treatment focuses on controlling brain bleeding and swelling, and on the reduction of high blood pressure through medication and lifestyle changes.