Atrial fibrillation (AF) and stroke
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Around 1.2 million people in the UK have atrial fibrillation (AF), a type of irregular heartbeat. Having AF means that blood clots are more likely to form in your heart, increasing your risk of…
Blood-thinning medication and stroke
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Blood-thinning medications reduce your risk of stroke by helping to prevent blood clots from forming. You might be prescribed them after a transient ischaemic attack (TIA) or a stroke caused by a…
Carotid artery disease
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In carotid artery disease, the carotid arteries in your neck become narrowed, meaning a clot is more likely to form there. A clot in one of these arteries can cut off the blood supply to your…
Diabetes and stroke
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Diabetes is a condition that occurs when your body cannot regulate the amount of sugar in your blood. Diabetes almost doubles your risk of stroke, so it is important that it's treated and controlled…
High blood pressure and stroke
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High blood pressure is the biggest risk factor for stroke. On top of the 9.5 million people diagnosed with high blood pressure in the UK, there are around 5.5 million people who don't know they have…
Migraine and stroke
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Migraine affects people of all ages. The causes of migraine and stroke are different, but if you have migraine with aura you may have a slightly increased risk of stroke.
This guide explains…
Seizures and epilepsy after stroke
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After a stroke, some people have a seizure. Some go on to develop epilepsy, a condition in which you have repeated seizures.
This guide explains the different types of seizure and how…