http://women.webmd.com/news/20130516/depression-may-boost-stroke-risk-in-middle-aged-women-too

Another reason to keep ourselves healthy. Depression is common in gender dysmorphia and some of us have bad health habits. So another bit of a wake up call.

Do remember a lot of depression can be treated by your family doctor and also build an support group to help you in the bad times. Friends here can share phone numbers and of course staff and members always try to respond to calls for help, and a bit of a chat does help sometimes.

I know that from practical experience, and thank you for helping when I needed it.

Hugs
Cindy

As one who has had several hemorrhagic strokes (all but one rather minor), I can testify that depression coincides with these incidents.

The cause of mine is suspected to be the several-years use of Plavix, and poorly-controlled hypertension.

Though my case may not be the norm, acceptance of my gender variance has helped with lessening both depression and hypertension.  That includes a program to improve my health (cardio-rehab), acceptance of self, meditation, and an improved diet.

Even though I've been off HRT, I feel that I am in a better place than I was two years ago.

As Cindy points out, staying active and healthy has made the difference.



"Brain bleed"