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Had Ischemic Stroke. Using Blood Thinners, Metoprolol. Will Life Span Get Shortened Because Of Stroke Even With Healthy Life Style?
Hello, I had a moderate ischemic stroke 5 weeks ago. I am fully recovered with no deficiencies. I am on blood thinners now for a-fib and metoprolol for blood pressure. a 57 year old woman, I have no diabetes, low cholesterol, clear carotid ateries never smoked and am at a healthy weight and have worked out at least five times a week for most of my life. My question is, if I stay on my meds and continue my healthy life style, will my lifespan be significantly shortened because of having a stroke?
Tue, 26 Nov 2013
ANSWER IS VERY MUCH NO.
People live for years after suffering from stroke. Since you have no diabetes, low cholesterol and if you have maintaining a healthy lifestyle ... Pls dont worry.
You told that u have been working out for 5 times a week. Would like to know what kind of exercise you do? Are you adding breathing exercises along with the exercises? How about meditation? This would add your health benefits.
So..Chill sir. Dont worry. take care
People live for years after suffering from stroke. Since you have no diabetes, low cholesterol and if you have maintaining a healthy lifestyle ... Pls dont worry.
You told that u have been working out for 5 times a week. Would like to know what kind of exercise you do? Are you adding breathing exercises along with the exercises? How about meditation? This would add your health benefits.
So..Chill sir. Dont worry. take care
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