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I want to learn more about Stroke risk reductionI have atrial fibrillation (AFib) and want to learn more about stroke risk reductionI have high blood pressure and want to learn more about stroke risk reductionI have high cholesterol and want to learn more about stroke risk reductionI have diabetes and want to learn more about stroke risk reductionI have had a stroke or TIA ("mini-stroke") and want to reduce the risk of another strokeTalking to your doctorWorking with your doctor is an important part of managing your risk of stroke. Be prepared and learn how to talk to your doctor. How likely am I to have a stroke?High cholesterol can put you at a higher risk of stroke, but your exact risk depends on your overall health, including any other stroke risk factors you may have:
Stroke risk factors you can't controlIf you have high cholesterol, you're already at risk of a stroke. But your risk may be even higher if you have one or more of the following risk factors that can't be controlled:
If you have some of these risk factors, don't be discouraged! Focus on managing your cholesterol and dealing with other risk factors you can control. Talk to your doctor to find out about your stroke risk and what you can do to reduce it. To find out your risk of having a stroke in the next 10 years, use the stroke risk assessment calculator. High cholesterol and other stroke risk factors you can controlHigh cholesterol is a major risk factor for stroke. You may be at an even higher risk if you have any of these other controllable risk factors: Lifestyle factors:
Making a few simple lifestyle changes can help you reduce your stroke risk. Other medical conditions that can increase your stroke risk:
Managing cholesterol and getting other medical conditions under control can go a long way toward reducing the risk of a stroke. Some people may have other risk factors for stroke. Talk to your doctor to find out about how to reduce your risk of stroke due to high cholesterol and other risk factors. To find out your risk of a stroke in the next 10 years, use the stroke risk assessment calculator. |
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