A ‘Posterior Circulation Stroke’ that Benefits from Vitamins

A 75-year-old woman was admitted for somnolence and confusion. She had been treated for hypertension and hyperlipidemia. One year before, she had been hospitalized for a mild right ataxic hemiparesis attributed to a lacunar stroke and received aspirin 100 mg/day. For the past 6 months, she regularly complained about gastric discomfort and bloating, which was attributed to the aspirin intake. As a consequence of her gastric problems and her decreasing appetite, her food intake was very limited. During a call, 24 hours before admission, she complained about nausea and vomiting for the past 2 days; she felt dizzy and staggered. The morning after, she would not answer the phone and was found in a lethargic state in bed.
Source: The American Journal of Medicine - Category: Journals (General) Authors: Tags: Clinical communications to the editor Source Type: research