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Question #12114
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Blood clot in brain reasons - #12114

Aasha

I am really trying to understand this whole situation I've fallen into. Last month, my aunt, who is only 57, suddenly had a stroke and we found out she had a blood clot in the brain. It all happened so fast! One minute she was fine, the next she couldn’t talk and was on the floor. The doctors said the blood clot in the brain was the reason for her stroke, but like what actually causes those? I mean, she’s not really the type to have high blood pressure or anything, so now it’s kinda spinning in my head. What're the common reasons for a blood clot in the brain? Did she have some risk factors that maybe went unnoticed? I heard about dehydration and how that can lead to a blood clot in the brain, but like, really? That just sounds crazy. She was active and ate healthy too! Is there anything lifestyle-related that could have contributed to causing the blood clot in the brain? I guess I'm just worried, like, could this happen again or is it just a one-time freak thing? It all feels overwhelming and I want to understand better so I can help my family and ask the right questions when we see the doctor next. Thanks for any insights you guys might have.

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