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Frequent Falls. History Of Epilepsy. Stroke?

I am 63 old woman-have had for over 15 years many falls in my life that now are really started to hurt. Was told long long ago I had empilisy and had my licence taken away for a year--but did get license back and I still have fall that are so fast and quick and have finally realize that I might be having mini strokes. Can you help me?
Tue, 24 Sep 2013
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HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

If minor strokes are contributing to your fall then there is an increased risk of a larger stroke.
Stroke risk can be reduced by the following: (1) maintaining a normal blood pressure
(2) eliminating smoking if this is an issue
(3)controlling blood sugars if there is a history of diabetes
(4) maintaining normal cholesterol
(5)reducing any excess weight

These factors are known to help reduce the chance of a stroke.

Your doctor may consider a CT scan of the brain to determine if there is a history of minor strokes.
You may be started on aspirin which would also reduce your risk profile.

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Frequent Falls. History Of Epilepsy. Stroke?

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic If minor strokes are contributing to your fall then there is an increased risk of a larger stroke. Stroke risk can be reduced by the following: (1) maintaining a normal blood pressure (2) eliminating smoking if this is an issue (3)controlling blood sugars if there is a history of diabetes (4) maintaining normal cholesterol (5)reducing any excess weight These factors are known to help reduce the chance of a stroke. Your doctor may consider a CT scan of the brain to determine if there is a history of minor strokes. You may be started on aspirin which would also reduce your risk profile. I hope this helps