A tale of recovery from a recurrent ischemic stroke: A case report

A 55-year-old male with hypertension, T2 diabetes, and prior mild stroke history presented with slurred speech, right hemiplegia, dizziness, and visual disturbances following severe mental stress with heavy pressure of mental works. He was on irregular antiplatelet therapy and regular antihypertensive and anti-diabetic medications. While routine walking he was experiencing visual disturbance, dizziness, slurred speech, after about 10 minutes passed in this way, he was taken to an emergency unit of hospital, referred for CT, and admitted to hospital. Treatment included normal saline, aspirin (3 Ecosprin 75 mg), continued chronic medications, catheterization, and a thick liquid diet. Discharged after three days, he underwent daily TENS therapy and exercises for two months, progressing to self-practice. Consistent rehabilitation activities led to 90-95% recovery within one year. This case underscore the critical need for early identification of warning signs and symptoms of stroke, prompt medical intervention, and sustained rehabilitation in functional recovery. It also highlights psychological stress and lifestyle factors as potential stroke triggers, emphasizing the need for medication adherence, stress management, and proactive health monitoring in high-risk individuals.