## 9. Sudden Confusion
Stroke can cause abrupt changes in thinking and awareness.
A person may suddenly:
* seem disoriented
* not recognize familiar surroundings
* struggle to answer simple questions
* behave unusually
* have difficulty understanding what is happening
Sudden confusion is especially concerning when it appears with weakness, speech difficulty, or vision changes.
## 10. Symptoms That Disappear After a Few Minutes
This is one of the easiest warning signs to ignore.
A person may develop:
