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What is the percentage of heart attack and stroke at 23? i worry everyday these things will happen to me?

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Your risks are low if you are healthy and have a healthy lifestyle. If you have a strong family history of vascular disease at an early age, or if you just want peace of mind, having regular exams a family practice doctor can help to minimize your risk and put you at ease.

Answered 11/19/2022

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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While the risk for significant cardiovascular events is relatively low, your health related anxiety will have to be addressed first as it will get out of control due to indiscriminate Internet use. Talk to your doc about your worries.

Answered 11/19/2022

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Unless you have a severe metabolic disorder, you risk is near zero. It would be prudent to see your doctor to see if you may be depressed. Depression is treatable. Counter-intuitive as it may seem, exercise may help. Start with low intensity exercise such as walking and gradually increase the intensity as tolerated. Drink more water. Wish you good health!

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In absence of genetic or metabolic dysfunctions, your risk of a vascular catastrophe is minimal, at age 23. A bigger problem is health anxiety. Effective solutions are available, such as mindfulness meditation, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and biofeedback. Your choice: get proactive or continue pondering and worrying.

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