My mother had mini-strokes that eventually lead to her vascular dementia and death. She also had a 90% blockage in her carotid artery which required surgery. They took a vein from her leg to rebuild her carotid. This helped her stay even for a few years.
Years of untreated blood pressure / smoking / lack of exercise I am convinced caused (or greatly added to) her condition. She always refused to go to the doctor. These things can just happen, but in her case I am sure she would have had many more healthy years if she would have taken care of things.
Years of untreated blood pressure / smoking / lack of exercise I am convinced caused (or greatly added to) her condition. She always refused to go to the doctor. These things can just happen, but in her case I am sure she would have had many more healthy years if she would have taken care of things.