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What are the high-risk groups for strokes?
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Stroke risk groups: Smokers, people with high blood pressure, and diabetes mellitus. These are the most common risk factors. Atrial fibrillation is also an important risk factor. There is a rare condition called Berger's disease that has a very high risk of stroke, in particular in Berger patients who smoke.
Answered 5/18/2016
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