Can I Lower the Risk of Having a Stroke? Posted: 03-07-06 14:57pm
I have recurring numbness / weakness on my
left side of body (TIA) for the past two
years, occurs only after exercise.
My test results showed I have >50%
stenosis on right cerebral artery, and
<50% stenosis on middle cerebral artery.
I was prescribed to take medication,
Aspirin+Plavix, Lipitor for lowering
cholesterol. My blood pressure is around
130/80 during the day, and goes down to
110/70 before/after bed.
Need some advice, what is the best thing
to do?
Are there any procedure that can be done
to lower my risk for stroke?
Worried Guy in Austin
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Stroke Answer A567 Posted: 03-27-06 17:16pm
The best procedure to help decrease the
risk of strokes is to continue taking the
current, prescribed medications your
doctor has requested... and having a
healthy life style. Aspirin and Plavix
prevent blood thrombosis in brain
arteries. Regular control of blood
pressure, blood fats (cholesterol and
triglycerides), and blood sugar are
strongly recommended. Any abnormal levels
should be treated with medications and
diet. A healthy life style can be defined
as regular physical activity, no smoking
and alcohol, healthy food without fats,
etc.
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