Family History of Stroke
A stroke is one health condition that can be inherited from family members. It’s a common complication of rare genetic disorders like sickle cell disease. In this condition, some red blood cells form an abnormal shape, which causes them to get stuck in the blood vessel, interrupting the blood flow to the brain.
Family members share genes, which may sometimes influence their health. Such is the case of inherited stroke disorders. Genetic factors may influence how people contract high blood pressure, cardiovascular disorders, and other health conditions. Aside from their genetic makeup, family members may also be exposed to a common environment and risk factors that increase their risk. For example, people whose families stay physically inactive, eat an unhealthy diet, and smoke cigarettes are likely to develop a stroke.
Doctors consider it an important part of diagnosis to rule out any likelihood of stroke and even other conditions, which may be associated with genetics and can be hereditary.
