Understanding the Risks

Are you at risk of a stroke?

Here are the factors that increase the risk of stroke. :
‧Arrhythmia: for example, patients with atrial fibrillation
‧High blood Pressure
‧Diabetes Mellitus
‧Heart Diseases
‧Smoking
‧Overweight/Obesity
‧Alcoholism
‧High Blood Cholesterol
‧Prior Transient ischemic attacks (TIA)
‧Prior Strokes

If you have had stroke or minor stroke symptoms before, then the likelihood of a recurrence will largely increase. The risk of stroke for someone who has already had one is 15 times that of a person who has not. The chance of having a stroke also increases with age. Thus, it is critical to follow the doctor's instructions about medication dosages and maintain a healthy lifestyle.