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High Blood Pressure Is The Main Risk Factor, Health Channel

A stroke may be caused by several factors. According to Dr. Felipe de los Rios, high blood pressure is the main risk factor and can appear at an early age.

Stress, high cholesterol and diabetes are other common risk factors. Also, environmental and behavioral factors such as pollution and diet can lead to a stroke.

The specialist recommends doing follow-ups an checking blood pressure.

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