Table of contents:
- Uncontrolled blood pressure
- High blood sugar
- Smoke
- Passive lifestyle
- High cholesterol levels
- Stress
- Hidden stress
- Skipping a dose of medication
- Heart disease
- Ignore mini-strokes
- What should I remember?
Can we know if we are at risk of stroke? While there is no sure way to know whether or not you will have a stroke throughout your life, there are some signs that you are at high risk of having a stroke. The good news is that you can do something about these signs so that you can significantly lower your stroke risk.
Uncontrolled blood pressure
If you consistently have high blood pressure or if you try to avoid checking your blood pressure, that's bad news.
The good news is that blood pressure can be treated with medication, diet and lifestyle adjustments such as reducing stress and not smoking. Make sure you visit your doctor to find out your blood pressure, and, under the doctor's supervision, start making changes if needed.
High blood sugar
Erratic blood sugar, can chronically raise blood sugar or uncontrolled diabetes can damage blood vessels, increasing your risk of stroke. Make sure to see your doctor regularly so that you get diabetes screening and the right treatment through diet or medication, as needed.
Smoke
Smoking is a habit that is difficult to break. This is one of the most significant signs that you are at risk for stroke. The good news is, although the dangers of smoking have an impact on stroke risk, this effect can greatly decrease once you quit smoking.
Passive lifestyle
Exercise is easy to ignore. Although it is actually easy to do, many people are lazy to start.
However, no matter your health situation, whether you are healthy or have had a serious stroke, there is always a safe and easy exercise to do to keep you healthy as long as you lower your stroke risk.
High cholesterol levels
Optimal levels are estimated to be below 150 mg / dL for triglycerides, below 100 mg / dL for LDL, above 50 mg / dL for HDL and below 200 mg / dL for total cholesterol. The new recommendations state that dietary cholesterol is not the cause of high blood cholesterol, but rather that dietary fat and genetic factors cause high cholesterol. These are subtle differences that really mean a lot to do with diets.
Stress
Stress is a major contributor to hypertension, heart disease, cerebrovascular disease and diabetes, all of which lead to strokes. Managing stress and a relaxed and calm lifestyle can significantly reduce the risk of stroke.
Hidden stress
Some people are stressed out of having the burden of hiding something, living with anger, constantly trying to impress someone who is having a hard time feeling satisfied or relentlessly pursuing recognition. Coping with unseen stress is just as important as dealing with real stress.
Skipping a dose of medication
Most of the risk factors for stroke can be managed. However, it requires regular use of medications, refilling prescriptions and performing routine checks if dosage adjustments are necessary. Take care of your health, even if it feels a little difficult.
Heart disease
If you are short of breath when you walk or if you experience chest pain, then you are at greater risk of a stroke or heart attack. Don't delay getting medical attention if you have experienced chest pain.
Ignore mini-strokes
Most people won't recognize a mini-stroke. If you have any of the signs or symptoms of a mini-stroke, you need to get immediate medical attention, as this is the most important warning sign that you are at risk for stroke.
What should I remember?
The top 10 signs that you are at risk for stroke are serious and should not be taken lightly. Make sure you are getting the proper stroke prevention measures for yourself or for someone you care about.
