The following symptoms and complaints may indicate extracranial carotid stenosis (carotid artery stenosis):
Leading symptoms
- Retinal ischemia (deficiency of blood supply to the retina).
- Unilateral paresis (paralysis)
- Unilateral sensory disturbances
- Speech/speech disorders
Associated symptoms
- Diplopia (double vision, double images).
- Cephalgia (headache)
- Memory impairment
- Vertigo (dizziness)
