Stroke Induced Depression
Hypertension - medication related
Prevention
Be careful when taking any medication. Ask your health care provider or pharmacist about the effects, and whether the medication might interact with other drugs you are taking (even over-the-counter medications).
In people with hypertension, lowering salt (sodium) intake may be recommended. Products containing sodium (such as salt, MSG, and baking soda) may cause or worsen high blood pressure in some people.
If your doctor suspects...
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Depression Does Not Cause Stroke
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Depression Not Linked to Increased Risk of Stroke
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Depression after stroke can be debilitating
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Zoloft does not prevent depression in stroke patients
A recent study has found that giving Zoloft to people who have recently suffered a stroke does not prevent them from developing depression. By the... Read more »
Antidepressants may prevent post-stroke depression
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