Former New England Patriots star and current ESPN NFL Analyst Tedy Bruschi suffered a stroke on Thursday, according to a statement put out by the Bruschi family.
Prayers to @TedyBruschi, one of the most loyal teammates and best people you will ever meet. Wishing you a speedy recovery 🙏🙏 https://t.co/C2d6tq6ZPu pic.twitter.com/uo5onMZy2b
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) July 5, 2019
According to the statement, Bruschi suffered a stroke known as TIA, and immediately noticed the warning signs and went to get help. He is currently recovering at the Sturdy Memorial Hospital and from the tone of the press release, it seems like he should make a full recovery.
According to the Stroke Association, a TIA stroke is often called a mini-stroke and a lot of times is a warning that a more serious stroke could be on the way.
“A Transient Ischemic Attack [TIA] is often called a mini-stroke, but it’s really a major warning. TIA is a temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain. Since it doesn’t cause permanent damage, it’s often ignored. But this is a big mistake. TIAs may signal a full-blown stroke ahead. When you first notice symptoms, get help immediately.”
The Stroke Association also says that usually, a TIA stroke doesn't cause permanent damage, but the big concern is if another stroke was on its way.
A TIA happens before about 15 percent of all strokes.
Up to 25 percent of people who suffer a TIA die within one year.
About one-third of people who have a TIA go on to have a more severe stroke within one year.
Hopefully, the doctors and nurses can find what caused this mini-stroke to prevent Bruschi from having a major stroke down the road. Thoughts are with Tedy and his family at this difficult time.
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