Children are More Likely Than Adults to Report Headache During a Stroke

Abnormalities in the blood vessel walls are a major reason for stroke in children. Children are far more likely than adults to report headache when having a stroke, according to research presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2017. "Stroke should be considered as a possible diagnosis in any child with a headache and additional symptoms of weakness or numbness (in the face, arm, or leg) or changes in walking, talking, or vision. Urgent brain imaging ...