The bacterial enigma presents itself in the case of staphylococcal blepharitis, as well. Studies have long shown correlations between marginal infiltrates and bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus on the cornea.11,12 However, lesion cultures associated with the presence of S. aureus are commonly negative.
Signs of Stroke in Men and Women. 1  Sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body. 2  Sudden confusion, trouble speaking, or difficulty understanding speech. 3  Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes.  Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance, or lack of coordination.
Women and Stroke. Stroke is the third leading cause of death for women (in comparison, stroke is the fifth leading cause of death for men). Each year 55,000 more women have a stroke than men. Because in general women live longer than men, stroke will have a more negative impact on their lives. More women will: Live alone when they have a stroke. Be more likely to live in a long term health care facility after a stroke. Have a worse recovery after stroke.