Doc said my dad could be at risk of stroke! What are the risk factors?

palmer · Newbie Joined: 15 Mar 2007 Posts: 2

My dad went to see his doctor yesterday. He did some blood test last week and it showed that he has a high level of cholesterol. Doc said my dad could be at risk of stroke! What are the risk factors? He is 63 years old and he is a big smoker.

craggy · Newbie Joined: 20 Sep 2006 Posts: 2

Well, if your dad has a high level of bad cholesterol, he is in a risk group for stroke. High level of blood cholesterol is one of the most common risk factor of stroke. Also smokers have a much higher risk of stroke because smoking contributes to plaques in your arteries. High blood pressure and obesity are also the risk factors.

Doc said my dad could be at risk of stroke! What are the risk factors?

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