Ischemia of cerebral tissue, with sequelae that may include paralysis, weakness, speech defects, and/or sensory changes that last less than 24 hours, is

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The symptoms described in the question indicate a transient ischemic attack (TIA), which is a temporary disruption of blood flow to the brain that can cause similar symptoms to a stroke. However, TIAs typically last only a few minutes to a few hours, and symptoms usually resolve within 24 hours. A migraine is a headache disorder that may involve other symptoms, but it does not typically cause temporary paralysis or sensory changes. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures. A cerebrovascular accident, or stroke, is a more severe form of ischemic injury to the brain that can cause permanent neurological deficits.

Ischemia of Cerebral Tissue, with Sequelae That May Include Paralysis