Question 1

Is stroke only a risk for older people?

Accepted Answer

Stroke is more common with age but can occur in younger adults and, rarely, children, especially in the presence of risk factors such as high blood pressure, smoking, atrial fibrillation, diabetes or certain blood disorders. Any sudden neurological deficit warrants serious consideration regardless of age.

Question 2

Is stroke only a risk for older people?

Accepted Answer

Stroke is more common with age but can occur in younger adults and, rarely, children, especially in the presence of risk factors such as high blood pressure, smoking, atrial fibrillation, diabetes or certain blood disorders. Any sudden neurological deficit warrants serious consideration regardless of age.

Question 3

Is stroke only a risk for older people?

Accepted Answer

Stroke is more common with age but can occur in younger adults and, rarely, children, especially in the presence of risk factors such as high blood pressure, smoking, atrial fibrillation, diabetes or certain blood disorders. Any sudden neurological deficit warrants serious consideration regardless of age.

Is stroke only a risk for older people?

Is stroke only a risk for older people?

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