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Had tia symptoms at 60 then went 30 years till a stroke. did i beat the odds or not?

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Dr. .. answered

It could be: The risk of having a stroke within one year after a TIA is very high, about 25%. So, if you really had a TIA 30 years ago, then i would say yes you are very lucky.

Dr Armstrong agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

Had tia symptoms at 60 then went 30 years till a stroke. did i beat the odds or not?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. .. answered

Dr Armstrong agreed

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