Stroke Risk Factors
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Stroke occurs when a blood clot blocks blood from getting to the brain or a blood vessel in the brain bursts.
Lifestyle and medical conditions affect whether a person is at risk for stroke. For example:
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Do you have high blood pressure or high cholesterol?
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Do you have diabetes?
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Have you been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation?
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Do you participate in illicit drug use?
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Do you drink excessive quantities of alcohol?
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Do you smoke?
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Are you overweight?
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Do you avoid exercise?
If you answered “yes” to one or more of these questions, you are at a greater risk for stroke and should look for ways to change your lifestyle and improve your overall health.