Stroke can occur without warning in anyone, including children. The following are the primary risk factors for stroke.
- Alcohol and other substance abuse, e.g., cocaine, methamphetamine
- Atherosclerosis or other cardiovascular diseases.
- Chronically high cholesterol
- Diabetes
- Genetics/heredity
- Hypertension
- Long-term use of some medications, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), including ibuprofen and naproxen
- Obesity
- Poor diet
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Sickle cell disease
- Smoking cigarettes
- Stress and depression
- Age and sex – the risk of stroke increases with age. In people under the age of 60, men are more likely than women to suffer stroke but women are more likely to die as a result
- Race/ethnicity – in North America, African- and Native Americans are more likely to have strokes than other ethnic groups
12 Symptoms of a Stroke
Stroke symptoms depend on the part of the brain affected by the shutdown of blood supply. Knowing the signs of a stroke can mean the difference between getting medical attention quick enough to prevent severe damage and a life of disability.
1. Pain on One Side of the Face
Sudden and inexplicable pain on one side of the face, arm, leg, or chest isn’t typical but it’s not uncommon. Women are more likely to experience atypical stroke symptoms, so better to be safe than sorry.
2. Blurry Vision
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