It can happen while eating breakfast, watching television, or having a normal conversation.
An older adult suddenly struggles to speak. One arm becomes weak. Their vision changes—or they unexpectedly lose their balance.
Then, just minutes later, everything seems normal again.
Because the symptoms disappear, it can be tempting to think the danger has passed.
But these temporary neurological symptoms may indicate a transient ischemic attack (TIA), often called a “mini-stroke” or “warning stroke.”
A TIA happens when blood flow to part of the brain is temporarily interrupted. The symptoms can
