- stroke is sudden weakness or numbness, especially on one side of the body. This may affect the face, arm, hand, leg, or foot. A person may suddenly drop an object, struggle to raise one arm, feel that one leg is heavy, or notice tingling on one side.
The source article describes one-sided weakness, numbness, tingling, or a heavy feeling as a possible symptom that should be evaluated immediately, even if it disappears quickly.
The CDC also lists sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg, especially on one
