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Stroke, emergency care - Questions to ask your doctor

BMJ Group Medical Reference

If you've had a stroke, you may want to talk to your doctor to find out more.

Here are some questions you might want to ask:

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How serious was my stroke?
When can I get a brain scan?
What do you think caused it?
Will I be treated in a unit that specializes in stroke care?
What kind of stroke have I had?
Will my symptoms go away?
Will I be disabled? What disabilities will I have?
What's the best treatment for me?
Will I need any drug treatment?
What are the side effects of treatment?
Will I have another stroke?
What should I do if I get similar symptoms again?
What can I do to help myself? Do I need to change my diet? Should I eat less fat? Do I need to exercise more? Can you help me stop smoking?
Should I take any vitamin supplements?
Are other members of my family at risk of having a stroke? If they are, what can they do to protect themselves?

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Last Updated: November 04, 2010

This information does not replace medical advice. If you are concerned you might have a medical problem please ask your Boots pharmacy team in your local Boots store, or see your doctor.