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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Ella Pickover

‘I’m a stroke victim who only had one rare symptom. This is what to look out for’

A stroke survivor whose sole symptom was an inability to read has urged the public to recognise uncommon signs of the condition.

Gordon Robb, 63, experienced a bleed on his brain but was reluctant to seek emergency care as he was not displaying typical symptoms like facial weakness, arm weakness, or speech problems.

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