* Appear unusually confused
* Give strange answers
* Have difficulty following instructions
* Not understand what is being said
* Suddenly seem disoriented
The NHS includes confusion and difficulty understanding others among possible TIA symptoms.
A sudden change in mental status should never simply be attributed to tiredness or aging.
## 9. A Sudden Severe Headache
A sudden unexplained severe headache can sometimes occur with a stroke or TIA.
It is particularly concerning when accompanied by:
