What should you know about cure for sun stroke?

A stroke happens when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel bleeds. The phrase sun stroke can be confused with heatstroke; heat illness and stroke are different emergencies. Stroke warning signs can include sudden facial drooping, weakness or numbness on one side, speech or understanding problems, vision change, severe imbalance, or a sudden severe headache. [Numbness and Tingling](/symptoms/numbness-and-tingling/) has many causes, but sudden one-sided symptoms require emergency action. Conditions such as [Hypertension](/conditions/hypertension/), [Atrial Fibrillation](/conditions/atrial-fibrillation/), and [Type 2 Diabetes](/conditions/type-2-diabetes/) can increase stroke risk.

Use an emergency service immediately if stroke is suspected. Note the time the person was last known to be well, keep them safe and supported, and do not give food, drink, or medicines unless emergency professionals advise it. Do not drive the person yourself if an ambulance is available. Hospital teams use examination and brain imaging to identify the stroke type and choose treatment. After the emergency, a [GP Consultation](/treatments/consultations-and-assessment/gp-consultation/) can support prevention and recovery planning; [Blood Pressure Medication](/treatments/medical-management/blood-pressure-medication/) may be part of that plan when prescribed.

Seek emergency help for any sudden face, arm, or speech change, even if it improves after a short time. Also act urgently for new one-sided weakness, sudden vision loss, collapse, severe confusion, or a sudden severe headache. Do not wait to see whether symptoms return, and do not assume heat, tiredness, or low blood sugar explains them.

After urgent assessment, ask what type of stroke occurred, which medicines and rehabilitation services are needed, how to manage blood pressure and diabetes, and which new symptoms should trigger emergency action. Share the exact onset time and any previous episodes.