Prevention of a mini stroke

Prevention of a mini stroke

Prevention of  a mini stroke can be done by eliminating some risks like smoking, and minimize others like poorly controlled diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol than can be cause of a mini stroke.

The National Stroke Association "Stroke Prevention Guidelines" advise patients to:

• Know your blood pressure, have it checked at least once a year
• Find out if you have arterial fibrillation, which encourages the formation of blood clots that could cause a mini stroke
• Stop smoking. Cigarette smoking is linked to increased risk for a stroke
• If you drink alcohol, do so in moderation
• Find out if you have high cholesterol
• If you have diabetes, take measures to control the condition
• Include exercise in your daily routine
• Eat a low-salt diet
• Ask your physician if you have circulation problems that could increase the risk of stroke and
• If you experience any signs of mini stroke, including sudden weakness of the face or a limb, a blurring of vision, dizziness, or an intense headache, seek immediate medical attention.

There are several lifestyle changes that can reduce the chance of a mini stroke. Diet and exercise are important for keeping a mini stroke victims in good health. Recommend exercise that can be incorporated into everyday life, such as brisk walking, using stairs and cycling. Common sense dictates that moderate exercise makes the heart stronger and improves circulation. It also helps control weight. Being overweight increases the chance of high blood pressure. Moderate physical activities like walking, jumping on a mini-trampoline, cycling, yoga, swimming, and yard work lower the risk of both a mini stroke and heart disease.