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Can UTI Cause Stroke?
elderly woman, 92 years old, felt she had a small stroke . Slurred speech, slight dribbling, dragging right foot, unstable walking, intermittent shaking of hands, arms, head and at same time feeling very cold. concurrent urinary tract infection treated with antibiotic. On thyroxine for hypothyroidism.
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As per your history Thyroxine used for hypothyroidism treatment is most likely cause of stroke. Or it might be a separate entity. Visit your doctor for checkup and further case evaluation.
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As per your history Thyroxine used for hypothyroidism treatment is most likely cause of stroke. Or it might be a separate entity. Visit your doctor for checkup and further case evaluation.
Regards!
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