These Are The 7 Signs Of Stroke You Should Know Before It’s Too Late

Among all stroke victims, none of them will tell you that they expected having the attack as it hits one like a deadly lightning bolt. In fact, it is considered the third-leading cause of death and number one leading cause of adult disability in the United States.

Although there is no specific warning when a stroke will hit you, being well-informed can actually protect you from suffering different kinds of stroke like ischemic stroke, most common caused by blood cloth or the less common hemorrhagic stroke caused by brain bleeding.

Below are some of the factors that may be outing you at risk that you should take note:

Uncontrolled high blood pressure

High blood pressure is the major risk factor for stroke, so make sure to get a regular blood pressure check done by your healthcare provider so you can adjust your lifestyle or take medications if needed.

Smoking

Regular smoking could cause different illness and increased risk of stroke is one of them. Studies shows that smokers have greater risk of experiencing ischemic stroke. One study from Neurology result states that smokers with a family history of brain aneurysm or the abnormal bulging of an artery in the brain is six times likely to cause subarachnoid haemorrhage stroke.

Family history of stroke

In a study published in New England Journal of Medicine, researchers find out having a relative who previously suffered stroke increases one’s change of experiencing it too. They discovered that chromosomal region and two genetic variants are actually related to having ischemic stroke. Although researchers are not yet sure if mutation is responsible, one of these gene variants is proven to increase the risk of stroke.

Migraines

Research shows that people having combine severe headache and visual disturbance have higher risk of stroke. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologist also suggests women who are experiencing migraine after taking birth control pills doubles the likelihood of having stroke.

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