Stroke

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Risk Factors

The primary risk factor for ischemic stroke is age (over age 65). High blood pressure (hypertension) and heart disease are also major risk factors. Maintaining healthy blood pressure through diet, exercise, and medication, if necessary, can decrease the risk for stroke

Atrial fibrillation occurs when muscles in the atria contract too quickly, resulting in an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). Arrhythmia alters blood flow and may cause blood clots to form in the heart. These...Read the full article