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I am now healthy after 4 years since i had a stroke (pseudo moya moya, stent then brain bypass on left). what should i continue to look?

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Dr. Colin Sanner answered

Specializes in Neurology

Stroke symptoms: The aha/asa mnemonic is "give me 5 for stroke": walk, talk, reach, see, feel. Be aware of sudden deficits in any of these 5 things. Prevent stroke recurrence by managing risk factors: keep systolic blood pressure below 140, LDL cholesterol below 100, blood sugar below 180. Stop smoking and illicit drugs, limit drinking to 1 a day or less. Exercise 5 days/week. Take prescribed meds as instructed.

Answered 6/8/2016

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