Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), also called ‘mini-stroke’ Sometimes, people experience a transient ischemic attack (TIA), also called “mini-stroke,” which also requires prompt medical evaluation. When a TIA occurs, stroke symptoms may last only temporarily and then disappear. Most TIA symptoms disappear within an hour, but they may persist up to 24 hours.

Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), also called ‘mini-stroke’

Sometimes, people experience a transient ischemic attack (TIA), also called “mini-stroke,” which also requires prompt medical evaluation. When a TIA occurs, stroke symptoms may last only temporarily and then disappear. Most TIA symptoms disappear within an hour, but they may persist up to 24 hours.