Stroke happens because of harmed veins in the mind that burst or square and cause an absence of oxygen in the cerebrum. This condition can prompt mind harm and even demise. Smoking, obesity and previous cases of stroke in the family are major risk factors. But several recent studies have found other surprising things that can increase risk. Read on!
Consuming diet drinks
A recent US study of more than 80,000 women over a ten-year period has shown a link between artificial sweeteners and the increased risk of stroke. Scientists point out that the results can only apply to women who have gone through menopause, and the research cannot reliably pinpoint dieters as culprits. However, it is best to completely discard them from your diet.
Flu
A study conducted at Columbia University showed that in the first few weeks after the onset of influenza symptoms, the risk of stroke increased by approximately 40%. Also, another study conducted in Scotland has shown that the risk of stroke is higher after respiratory disease.
Therefore, pay attention to symptoms such as difficulty walking, speaking, vision problems and other signs that appear before a stroke. Some scientists have noted that the risk can be up to one year after the flu has passed.
Overtime
A recent report distributed in the Lancet magazine found that individuals who work over 55 hours seven days have a 33% higher danger of stroke than the individuals who work the standard 40 hours.
Another large study conducted in Denmark has shown that people who are exposed to stress for a longer period of time have almost twice as much risk of stroke with fatal consequences than those who are not stressed.
Drugs
Illegal substances like cocaine or methamphetamine are associated with stroke even in young, healthy people.
Research published in the Journal of Forensic Sciences has found that in 279 cases of fatal stroke, of adults younger than 45 years, about 20% are associated with methamphetamine or cocaine consumption.
Migraine with aura
Aura is a neurological symptom that is most often accompanied by a migraine in the form of visual impairment. A 2016 study showed that in people with aura migraine, the risk of ischemic stroke is twice as high as in people without aura.
“If you have migraines with an aura, ask your doctor to assess the risk factors for stroke,” experts advise.
Loud noise
The British Heart Foundation warns of the potential risks of living or working in a very noisy area. There is not much research on the link between stroke and loud noise, but their results are worrying.
A 2015 study published in the European Heart Journal found that increased traffic noise is associated with an increased risk of stroke in people living in close proximity to many frequencies.
Bleeding gums
People with gum disease are twice as likely to have a stroke or other serious cardiovascular disease. Many experts suspect that the presence of a bacterium in the oral cavity that causes the inflammatory process can pose an additional risk.
Chronic inflammations in the body cause many health problems including hardening of the arteries that can increase the risk of stroke.
Signal gum diseases include bleeding, swollen, red or sensitive gums, bad breath, or brown spots on the edges of the gums.
Excessive alcohol consumption
Another study conducted in 2016 found that drinking 6 to 9 cocktails during an overnight outing increased the risk of heart attack and stroke by 30% the next day.
On the other hand, moderate consumption of alcohol, ie one drink for women and up to two for men, can help maintain cardiovascular health.
If you have any of these bad habits or if you have any of the above, it does not mean that you are going to have a stroke. It’s good to know the risks that lead to it so you can prevent it.
Never make a diagnosis yourself, always consult your doctor about any changes you notice.
