reaching part of the brain. It is the most common type of stroke.
Blockages may develop when a clot forms in a blood vessel supplying the brain or travels to the brain from another part of the body.
Hemorrhagic Stroke
A hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel in or around the brain ruptures, causing bleeding. The bleeding can damage brain tissue and increase pressure inside the skull.
High blood pressure and certain blood vessel abnormalities can increase the risk of this type of stroke.
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
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