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Old 09-18-2006, 10:19 AM   #13
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The problem is, a TIA, trancient aschemic attack, in about 1/3 of the people who has them, is a precursor to a major stroke. They're usually caused by blood clots. I would suspect, because of his prior illness, they're a little hesitant to give him blood thinners.
Medicine is amazing these days, though. If he watches his diet and gets plenty of exercise, maybe he'll be one of the lucky ones.
Generally, the effects of a TIA are temporary. Because of that, many ignore them, which is mistake #1.
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