Yaz Stroke: Hemorrhagic Versus Ischemic Yaz Stroke Side Effects
Women who use Ocella, Yasmin or Yaz birth control may be at a higher risk of several debilitating side effects associated with the estrogen in this birth control. Yaz birth control, as well as Yasmin and Ocella, combine estrogen with a synthetic progestin hormone called drospirenone. Some researchers think the combination of these two hormones pose a higher risk for blood clots, which could lead to life-threatening outcomes, such as stroke, pulmonary embolism and possibly heart attack. For women who have experienced any of the side effects should consider filing a Yaz or Ocella lawsuit to help recover compensation and make up for any lost time at work, medical bills or long term effects from injury.

You'll discover the different types of stroke (i.e. ischemic, intracerbral hemorrhagic and subarachnoid hemorrhagic) in more detail, as well as the catalysts of each. While Yaz stroke side effects are byproducts of ischemic brain tissue damage, it's worth reviewing the two forms of hemorrhagic stroke to distinguish the differences.

Causes Of Hemorrhagic And Ischemic Stroke
A stroke is defined as an interruption in the flow of blood to the brain. There is an network of arteries that feed a continuous supply of blood, oxygen and nutrients to the brain. Any disruption of the supply causes the brain cells to starve. It only takes a few minutes for brain cells to start dying off, once the blood flow is cut off. If the supply of blood, oxygen and nutrients is not mended quickly the affected brain tissue will start to die. This is the definition of a stroke.

There are two main categories of stroke: ischemic and hemorrhagic. Ischemic defines a Yaz stroke. It is caused by an obstruction within one of the blood vessels that supply the brain. The blockage may be due to plaque deposits built up over time. Most commonly blood clots occur when plaque migrates from other parts of the body and deposit in an artery in the brain. This is why stroke is listed as a side effect of Yaz.
Hemorrhagic stroke can be sorted into two groups: intracerebral and subarachnoid. Intracerebral is defined as bleeding within your brain. Subarachnoid is defined as bleeding in the space the separates the brain and skull (called the subarachnoid space).
An intracerebral hemorrhagic stroke is brought on by high blood pressure, basically when a damaged blood vessel ruptures, and floods the surrounding brain tissue. A subarachnoid hemorrhagic stroke can also be caused by a ruptured blood vessel, but the catalysts could be varied. For example, a head injury can create a rupture in a blood vessel.

Potential Yaz Stroke Problems
The side effects that arise after a Yaz stroke are dependent on the location of the blockage. The severity of the side effects is also dictated by the size of the blockage, and the amount of time that happens before treatment is given.

Any brain damage that is incurred on the right hemisphere of the cerebrum, could lead an individual to experience weakness or paralysis on the left side of their body. Other known ailments are vision impairment or problems relating to depth perception and physical recognition.

Just as damage on the right hemisphere of the cerebrum affects the left part of the body it is the same, but opposite, for damage on the left. Any brain damage on the left will affect the right side of the body. This also could cause persistent weakness, paralysis and vision problems. Damage on the left side often times affects reasoning, judgment and reading ability as well.

Both hemispheres of the brain control the memory and temper of an individual. For this reason tissue damage on either side can potentially cause problems in both areas, but side effects will manifest differently.

The Dangers Of Yaz Blood Clots
The problems described above often begin with blood clots that form in deep veins. Yaz blood clots can break forth from the wall of the vein and travel in the bloodstream toward the heart, lungs or brain. If they create an obstruction in any key blood vessel the clot can trigger a heart attack, pulmonary embolism and stroke. If you, or any woman you know, have suffered from any of these side effects brought on by Yaz birth control, you need to invest the time to determine your legal rights. Contact an experienced Yaz/Ocella lawsuit attorney to talk over your legal options.