The word ambulance originally meant a moving hospital which follows an army in its movements. Later this term was referred to as field hospitals where ambulance wagons delivered patients. Perhaps it is sad state of human affairs that the history of ambulances follow the history of warfare.
Adie syndrome presents with three hallmark symptoms, namely at least one abnormally dilated pupil (mydriasis) which does not constrict in response to light, loss of deep tendon reflexes, and abnormalities of sweating. Other signs may include hyperopia due to accommodative paresis, photophobia and difficulty reading.
The symptoms of a TIA include: 1  Sudden numbness or weakness in any body part including the face, arms or legs, especially if it occurs on one side of the body. 2  Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding. 3  Sudden problems seeing in one or both eyes. 4  Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination.