There is some evidence to suggest that the incidence of strokes may be influenced by seasonal variations, with a slightly higher occurrence reported during winter months.
The treatment of a brain stroke depends on whether it is an ischemic stroke (caused by a blockage in a blood vessel) or a hemorrhagic stroke (caused by bleeding in the brain).
The treatment and outlook for paralysis on one side of the body, also known as hemiplegia, depend on the underlying cause and the extent of the damage.