One side of the face may suddenly:
* Droop
* Feel numb
* Move differently
* Appear uneven when smiling
Facial weakness is one of the most recognizable signs of stroke.
Ask the person to smile. If the smile looks uneven or one side does not move normally, emergency medical care is needed.
## 4. Difficulty Speaking
Stroke can affect parts of the brain responsible for language.
A person may suddenly:
* Slur their words
* Struggle to form sentences
* Use inappropriate words
* Be unable to speak
* Have difficulty understanding what others are saying
Ask the person
