What does getting stroked feel like?

Signs and symptoms of a stroke in both men and women include: Sudden weakness or numbness on one side of your face or in one arm or leg. Loss of vision, strength, coordination, sensation, or speech, or trouble understanding speech. These symptoms may get worse over time.

Can a girl stroke?

Although men are more likely to have a stroke, women have a higher lifetime risk. Women are also more likely to die from a stroke. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 1 in 5 American women will have a stroke, and nearly 60 percent will die from the attack.