Can Stress Cause A Stroke
A Lifetime of Stress Could Be a Precursor to Stroke
Whether stress is a cause of stroke is an ongoing debate. However, today, stress is only considered a contributing factor to one of the main causes of stroke - high blood pressure. The other proclaimed causes of stroke are a family history of stroke, diabetes, and high cholesterol. I believe that long term or excessive stress can be another cause of stroke.
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By Teri Robert , Health Expert...the American Academy of Neurology, psychological distress, but not depression, may increase the... Read more »
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