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Symptoms of stroke and risk factors

Avoiding a stroke in the first place is your best strategy. Be proactive about stroke risk factors you can control: Lose excess pounds, don’t smoke, and get regular physical exercise.

The National Heart, Blood and Lung Institute points out high blood pressure, the heart arrhythmia Lung and Blood Institute points out high blood pressure, atrial fibrillation, and type 1 and type 2 diabetes all raise your risk of a stroke. Work with your doctor to keep those conditions under control with medication and lifestyle changes.

It’s also important to know the symptoms of stroke. Acting quickly to get help immediately can often lessen the chances a stroke will cause permanent brain damage, according to the CDC.

Symptoms of stroke include:

• Sudden numbness or weakness in your face, arm, or leg, especially if they occur on only one side of your body
• Sudden confusion or difficulty speaking or understanding speech
• Sudden vision problems in one or both eyes
• Sudden trouble walking, loss of balance or coordination, or dizziness
• A sudden severe headache that has no known cause

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