Not all strokes are dramatic.
Some are “silent” — meaning they cause small areas of damage without obvious symptoms.
Over time, these events can affect cognitive performance.
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What Is a Silent Stroke?
A silent stroke is a small vascular event that does not produce classic stroke symptoms.
It may only be discovered later on imaging.
But subtle changes can occur.
Subtle Signs of Silent Stroke
Gradual Cognitive Slowing
Processing speed decreases.
Memory Lapses
More frequent than expected for age.
Mood or Personality Changes
Subtle shifts in emotional regulation.
Balance Changes
Unexplained coordination issues.
Risk Factors That Increase Silent Stroke Risk
- Chronic inflammation
- High blood pressure
- Insulin resistance
- Smoking
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Sleep apnea
Stroke prevention over 40 must address these.
How to Reduce Silent Stroke Risk
Prevention includes:
- Monitoring inflammation
- Managing blood pressure
- Optimizing metabolic health
- Targeted supplementation
- Stress reduction
You can read the full prevention strategy here:
👉 Early Stroke Prevention for Women Over 40
Precision Prevention Matters
After surviving a stroke myself, I realized many people rely on general health advice instead of personalized risk evaluation.
If you want clarity about your own risk factors, I offer a structured Brain Risk Assessment designed for women 40+.
Proactive care protects long-term brain health.
