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   What are the most common stroke risk factors?

   • Risk factors for stroke that can be changed, treated, or medically managed: High blood pressure. Blood pressure of 140/90 or higher can damage blood vessels (arteries) that supply blood to the brain. Heart disease. Heart disease is the second most important risk factor for stroke, and the major cause of death among survivors of stroke.

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   Can you lower your risk for stroke?

   • Regular physical activity can lower your chances for stroke. Drinking too much alcohol can raise blood pressure levels and the risk for stroke. It also increases levels of triglycerides, a form of fat in your blood that can harden your arteries. Women should have no more than one drink a day.

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   What are some less common causes of stroke?

   • Most strokes are caused by conditions such as atrial fibrillation, hardening of the arteries and high blood pressure. But there are less common causes as well. The American Stroke Association and rapper, Dee-1 want kids (and grownups) everywhere to focus on ways to be active and live longer, healthier lives.

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   How does alcohol affect stroke risk?

   • Drinking too much alcohol can raise blood pressure levels and the risk for stroke. It also increases levels of triglycerides, a form of fat in your blood that can harden your arteries. Women should have no more than one drink a day.

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   Learn how to control, treat and improve your risk of stroke with regular checkups and lifestyle changes for these conditions: high blood pressure, atrial fibrillation, atherosclerosis and more. Also, find out about the social determinants of health and stroke risk, and the impact of social factors on stroke outcomes.

3. www.cdc.gov › stroke › risk_factorsKnow Your Risk for Stroke | cdc.gov

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   • Previous Stroke Or Transient Ischemic Attack
   • High Blood Pressure
   • High Cholesterol
   • Heart Disease
   • Diabetes
   • Obesity
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   If you have already had a stroke or a transient ischemic attack(TIA), also known as a “mini-stroke,” your chances of having another stroke are higher.

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   High blood pressureis a leading cause of stroke. It occurs when the pressure of the blood in your arteries and other blood vessels is too high. There are often no symptoms of high blood pressure. Get your blood pressure checked often. If you have high blood pressure, lowering your blood pressure through lifestyle changes or medicine can also lower ...

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   Cholesterolis a waxy, fat-like substance made by the liver or found in certain foods. Your liver makes enough for your body’s needs, but we often get more cholesterol from the foods we eat. If we take in more cholesterol than the body can use, the extra cholesterol can build up in the arteries, including those of the brain. This can lead to narrowi...

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   Common heart disorders can increase your risk for stroke. For example, coronary artery diseaseincreases your risk for stroke, because plaque builds up in the arteries and blocks the flow of oxygen-rich blood to the brain. Other heart conditions, such as heart valve defects, irregular heartbeat (including atrial fibrillation), and enlarged heart cha...

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   Diabetes increases your risk for stroke. Diabetes causes sugars to build up in the blood and prevent oxygen and nutrients from getting to the various parts of your body, including your brain. High blood pressure is also common in people with diabetes. High blood pressure is the leading cause of stroke and is the main cause for increased risk of str...

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   Obesityis excess body fat. Obesity is linked to higher “bad” cholesterol and triglyceride levels and to lower “good” cholesterol levels. Obesity can also lead to high blood pressure and diabetes.

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   Sickle cell diseaseis a blood disorder linked to ischemic stroke that affects mainly Black children. The disease causes some red blood cells to form an abnormal sickle shape. A stroke can happen if sickle cells get stuck in a blood vessel and block the flow of blood to the brain. Learn more about sickle cell disease from the National Heart, Lung, a...

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   Learn about the health conditions and behaviors that can increase your chances of having a stroke, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and smoking. Find tips and resources to control your risk and live to your own beat.

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   Apr 30, 2024 · Learn about the two main types of stroke: ischemic and hemorrhagic, and how to recognize the signs of a stroke. Find out what factors can increase your risk of stroke, such as high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes and COVID-19 infection.

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   May 26, 2023 · Learn about the different types of stroke, how they are caused by blocked or bleeding blood vessels in the brain, and what factors can increase or decrease your risk. Find out how to prevent stroke with lifestyle changes, medication, and other treatments.

6. www.cdc.gov › stroke › factsStroke Facts | cdc.gov - Centers for Disease Control and ...

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   Americans at risk for stroke. High blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, obesity, and diabetes are leading causes of stroke. One in 3 U.S. adults has at least one of these conditions or habits. 2. Learn how to take steps to prevent stroke.

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   Learn about the two types of stroke, ischemic and hemorrhagic, and the factors that increase your risk for each. Find out how to recognize the signs of a stroke and when to call 911 for emergency help.