Some TIAs present with subtler warning signs, including:
- Tingling or “pins and needles”
- Difficulty swallowing
- Sudden mood or personality changes
- Trouble understanding speech or written words
- Brief memory problems
Because symptoms can be mild or short-lived, TIAs are sometimes mistaken for fatigue, stress, or normal aging.
⚠️ Major Risk Factors
Older adults are at increased risk for TIAs if they have:
- Hypertension
- Type 2 diabetes
- Heart disease
- High cholesterol
- A history of smoking
- Excess alcohol use
- Obesity
- A family history of stroke or TIA
Managing these conditions can significantly reduce stroke risk.
