What is the second main type of stroke alongside ischemic stroke?

The second main type of stroke, alongside ischemic stroke, is hemorrhagic stroke. Hemorrhagic strokes occur when a blood vessel in the brain ruptures, leading to bleeding in or around the brain. This type of stroke is characterized by the accumulation of blood, which exerts pressure on brain tissue, potentially causing damage and impairing the function of affected areas.

Understanding the distinction between ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes is important for treatment and management. While ischemic strokes, caused by blockages in blood vessels, account for the majority of strokes, hemorrhagic strokes can be equally serious and require specific interventions. These may include controlling the bleeding and reducing intracranial pressure, which differ significantly from the approaches taken for ischemic strokes.

Transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) are brief episodes of neurological dysfunction caused by a temporary reduction in blood flow to the brain and are not classified as a separate type of stroke but rather a warning sign of an impending stroke. Embolic strokes are a subtype of ischemic stroke where a clot travels from another part of the body and lodges in a brain artery. Hypoxic conditions refer to low oxygen levels but do not specifically define a type of stroke.