A burst blood vessel or blood clot in the brain can cause sudden paralysis, loss of language, and death in many cases. Click on the numbered targets in the image below to learn about what happens during a stroke, and use the blue buttons to read more BrainFacts.org articles about stroke.
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Michael W. Richardson
Michael W. Richardson is a writer and editor based in Brooklyn, New York, covering topics ranging from the brain and behavior to the environment.