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Can you have a stroke and feel fine?

You get stroke symptoms because a clot is blocking the blood supply in your brain. When the clot moves away, the stroke symptoms stop. You might feel like you're fine afterwards, but it's vital to get medical help right away.

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If you've been diagnosed with a health condition following a TIA, such as high blood pressure or atrial fibrillation, you will be offered medication and advice about reducing your risk of a stroke.

Managing long-term medications

After a TIA, you might need to start taking one or more types of long-term medication. Taking your medication is a really important way to cut your risk of a stroke. But it can take a while to get used to some types of drug, and you might need to try different versions to find one that suits you. If you have any problems like side effects or forgetting to take your medication, have a chat with your pharmacist. And don’t stop any medications before speaking to a GP. Some medicines can cause side effects if you stop suddenly, and stopping a drug will increase your risk of a stroke.

Seek support for yourself

The changes in your life after a TIA might feel like a lot to deal with. For example, you might need to take several types of drugs such as statins, blood-thinners and high blood pressure medications. These treatments are usually long-term. On top of that, you might be trying to make lifestyle changes such as giving up smoking or losing weight. This can be a practical challenge, and it could have an emotional impact. So, if you are struggling with things like managing your treatment and changing your diet, try to seek support for yourself. This could mean sharing your feelings with family and friends. They might be able to help by joining in with your plans for healthy lifestyle changes, or give practical support with taking medication. Your pharmacist and GP can support you with advice or a medications review. You can get some practical advice and support from other people on the Stroke Association’s online tool, My Stroke Guide. Register free to get information about stroke and meet others affected by stroke and TIA at My Stroke Guide.

Be as active as you can

Moving more and being as active as you can is one of the best ways to reduce your risk of a stroke. Being active can also help you sleep better, and avoid low mood. It can help to reduce the effects of health conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol. For practical tips and ideas about being active, visit our tailor-made online information about getting active after a stroke.

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Eat a healthy diet

A healthy diet with plenty of fruit and vegetables can lower your risk of stroke by helping you manage health problems linked to strokes, like diabetes and high cholesterol. You don’t have to change your diet all at once – try adding a piece of fruit or vegetable each day, like a banana or tomato with lunch. Read more information about healthy eating.

Aim for a healthy body weight

TIA and stroke can happen to people of any body size and shape. But having more body fat raises your risk, and reducing your weight if you need to can make you less likely to have a stroke. Losing weight can reduce high blood pressure and improve diabetes. It can also lower your cholesterol. You may even be able to reduce or stop taking certain medications. So if you lose weight, go back to your GP to discuss your health and medication. Having a good diet and being active can help you stay a healthy weight. But many people find it’s helpful to have some support such as a club or using a weight-loss app. Speak to your GP or pharmacist about help available locally.

Quit smoking

If you’re a smoker, quitting smoking is likely to be the first piece of advice you get after a TIA. Read our information and advice about stopping smoking and how to get help to quit.

Avoid drinking large amounts of alcohol

Regularly drinking too much alcohol raises your risk of a stroke. It raises your blood pressure, especially if you drink a lot in one go. There are resources online at drinkaware's website and your GP can advise you about help available locally. Read more about alcohol and stroke.

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