Stroke Treatment in Jalandhar — 24x7
A stroke happens when blood supply to part of the brain is blocked by a clot (ischaemic stroke) or a vessel bursts (haemorrhagic stroke). Every minute without treatment, brain cells die — so the most important decision is to get to a hospital that can scan and treat immediately. Oxford Hospital's emergency department in Jalandhar is open 24x7.
Recognise a stroke: BE-FAST
- Balance — sudden loss of balance or coordination
- Eyes — sudden loss of vision in one or both eyes
- Face — one side of the face droops
- Arm — weakness or numbness in one arm or leg
- Speech — slurred, confused or unable to speak
- Time — note the time and get to hospital immediately
What happens when you arrive
A CT scan of the brain first tells a clot from a bleed — the treatments are opposite, so nothing is given until the scan is seen. Eligible patients with a clot receive thrombolysis, a clot-dissolving injection, within about 4.5 hours of the onset of symptoms. Patients with a bleed are managed with blood-pressure control and, where needed, neurosurgery.
After the emergency
The neurology team looks for the cause — high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, narrowed neck arteries, diabetes, cholesterol — and starts treatment to prevent a second stroke. Physiotherapy and speech therapy begin early, because recovery is fastest in the first weeks.
Cost & Cashless Cover
| Procedure | Indicative cost | Cover |
|---|---|---|
| Stroke thrombolysis | ₹1.2L – ₹2L | PMJAY / Cashless |
Indicative ranges; your estimate is given before treatment. Cashless under PMJAY, CGHS, ECHS, ESI and empanelled insurers, subject to scheme rules.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time limit for stroke treatment?
Clot-dissolving thrombolysis is given within about 4.5 hours of the onset of symptoms — the earlier, the better the result. If you woke up with symptoms, the clock starts from when you were last seen well, so tell the doctor that time.
What should I do while waiting for the ambulance?
Note the exact time symptoms started. Keep the person lying on their side with the head slightly raised. Give no food, water or medicines — including aspirin — until a scan has ruled out bleeding. Call +91 98550 00028 on the way.
Can a mini-stroke (TIA) be ignored if symptoms go away?
No. A TIA is a warning: the risk of a full stroke is highest in the following days. Come to hospital the same day for assessment and preventive treatment.
Is stroke treatment cashless?
Cashless under Ayushman Bharat (PMJAY), CGHS, ECHS, ESI and 20+ insurers and TPAs, subject to scheme rules and pre-authorisation.
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