I had my TIA in July.
After having a MRI scan I was told it was clear and was subsequently put on Aspirin and Dipyridamole.
Last week I received a duplicate letter addressed to my doctor from my TIA Clinic saying that my MRI showed small vessel ischaemia in both cerebral hemispheres.(my tablets have now changed to Clopiogrel)
Checking on a web site to find out more information I read that there is a greater chance of getting Alzheimer’s. As I'm a full time carer to my son I'm hoping that the persentage of me getting this decease is low!
Any feed back would be helpful
Thank you
Sue
My son is on Clopidogrel and statins following a stroke (clot to the brain). I believe this treatment to be routine following such a stroke. I assume you've discontinued the aspirin - although it can be taken alongside the Clopidogrel, there can be a small risk of a stomach bleed from the two together.
I'm not aware of the Alzheimer's risk from Clopidogrel but it's wise to be careful which sites you are getting this information from. Perhaps the best person to discuss this with would be either your TIA clinic or a good pharmacist. Meanwhile, I hope you continue to do well.
Hi Sue, I am sorry to hear this, I would make an appointment with your GP and discuss any affects and concerns :-) hope this helps in any way
I'm only on Clopiogrel now, the Aspirin and Dipyridamole were stopped.
I read about the chance of getting Alzheimer's when I was getting information on small vessel ischaemia in both cerebral hemispheres.