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Health Encyclopedia: Stroke Recovery
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After a stroke, patients should take allnecessary measures, including medications and lifestyle changes, to prevent another stroke. For those whose stroke was ischemic, aspirin, warfarin, or both will usually be prescribed.
Havinga neurologist as the primary doctor after a stroke, rather than some other specialist or primary care doctor, significantly increases the chance for survival. Patients or their families should be persistent in requesting the best care possible during this importa...
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