Blood Pressure Stroke
Blood Pressure Stroke
Having blood pressure that is slightly elevated can increase the risk of stroke.
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" Having slightly elevated blood pressure or pre hypertension appears to increase the risk for stroke researchers at the University of California San Diego analyzed data from twelve studies on the relationship between high blood pressure and stroke it some people with hypertension which means that top number is between 120 and 139. And the bottom number between eighty and 89 had a significantly increased risk for stroke. The risk remained even after researchers accounted for other lifestyle factors that increase the chance of stroke like each diabetes and weight. The risk -- highest among young to middle aged adults people under age 65 with pre hypertension had an 80% increased risk for stroke compared to patients with normal blood pressure. "
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