A pluot is a hybrid fruit created by cross-breeding a plum and an apricot. Pluots do not occur in nature and were first created in the late 20th century. Continue Reading.
'Mini-Stroke' (TIA). A transient ischemic attack, often called a mini-stroke, is more like a close call. Blood flow is temporarily impaired to part of the brain, causing symptoms similar to an actual stroke. When the blood flows again, the symptoms disappear. A TIA is a warning sign that a stroke may happen soon.
Sometimes, a person can experience a stroke within 24 hours of a first mini stroke, and sometimes months or even years after a first mini stroke. The problem is that you cannot predict if and when you will have a stroke if you have experienced a mini stroke. Your treatment plan will depend on the results of your TIA workup.