| Category | Specific Factors | How They Relate to Family History | |----------|------------------|-----------------------------------| | Non‑modifiable | Age, sex, race/ethnicity, family history of stroke or heart disease | Having a first‑degree relative (or close relative like a step‑aunt) with a stroke roughly doubles the risk compared with someone without such a history. | | Modifiable | Hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, smoking, obesity, physical inactivity, poor diet, excessive alcohol | These are often shared within families due to common habits and environment. Addressing them can significantly lower inherited risk. | | Genetic | Specific gene variants (e.g., APOE, MTHFR) | Certain variants increase clotting tendency or affect lipid metabolism; they can be screened if there’s a strong family pattern. |
The Role of a Step‑Relative
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Lifestyle Adjustments
Medication Management
Know the Warning Signs
Family Communication