Foxx said he had a brain bleed that led to astroke.
After that, Foxxs memory went blank.
I dont remember 20 days, he said, noting that he was in a coma for weeks.
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Foxx underwent immediate surgery to save his life.
Common symptoms include dizziness, vision changes, severe headaches, and numbness in one side of the body.
The cause of Foxxs brain bleed is still unclear.
It is a mystery, Foxx said in the special.
We still dont know exactly what happened to me.
All I can tell you is that I appreciate every prayer, because I needed every prayer.
How Long Does It Take To Recover From a Stroke?
Foxx recalled being told about his diagnosis after waking up and realizing he was in a wheelchair.
Foxxs fame added another layer of difficulty to his recovery.
Foxx said on Instagram that he finally started to feel like himself again in August.
There are different stroketreatments, including medications and surgery.
While people can recover from a stroke, it can take months or even years of rehabilitation care.
What Are the Symptoms of a Stroke?
Strokes are medical emergencies thatcan be life-threatening.
Time is of the essencetreatment is most effective when started within the first few hours.
BEFAST is an acronym that can help you spot the signs of a stroke:
American Stroke Association.Memory loss.
National Institutes of Health.Critical window for rehabilitation after a stroke.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Stroke facts.
