Doctors Report COVID-19 Can Cause Sudden Strokes in Young Adults The novel coronavirus appears to <br />be causing sudden strokes <br />in adults in their 30s and 40s who are otherwise not exhibiting any severe symptoms <br />from the virus, according to a report released Wednesday. There is evidence that COVID-19 can cause unusual blood <br />clots, and the strokes could be a result of the clotting. Dr. Thomas Oxley, a neurosurgeon, gave details on <br />five individuals that were treated at <br />Mount Sinai Health System in New York. All the patients were under age 50 and either had <br />mild symptoms or no symptoms of the coronavirus. Dr. Thomas Oxley, <br />via CNN Dr. Thomas Oxley, <br />via CNN Dr. Thomas Oxley, <br />via CNN Oxley believes that people have been hesitant to <br />call 911 due to the pandemic but is urging people <br />to call with any signs of a stroke. Symptoms of stroke include paralysis or <br />numbness of the face, arms or legs, trouble walking, <br />speaking, and understanding
