Andrew Marr reveals fears he will have another stroke in new documentary My Brain and Me
BBC journalist Andrew Marr has revealed he worries about having another stroke in a one-off documentary Andrew Marr: My Brain and Me.
Andrew Marr accepts the possibility of a second stroke
Andrew, 57, had a stroke in January 2013 and spent two months in hospital recovering.
Four years later the political commentator is still working on regaining movement and coordination on the left side of his body.
During the show, Andrew was asked whether he worried he would suffer another stroke.
"It's always at the back of your mind," he replied. "The favourite stroke survivor's adage is 'It's the second stroke that kills you'."
Andrew Marr discussed his recovery from a stroke over four years ago
The BBC journalist travelled to the United States to receive pioneering treatment
It's the second stroke that kills you
The hour-long programme saw Andrew meet other stroke survivors as well as travel to America for experimental treatment.
He ended the documentary by saying: "If I want any lesson to come out of this, it's not giving up."
Viewers watching at home described Andrew as an "inspiration" to others who had suffered from the debilitating condition.
One social media user said: "Resilience at its best! Watching #MyBrainAndMe @BBCTwo, what a role model you are @AndrewMarr9 for #stroke survivors."
Andrew said the thought of having another stroke is always at the back of his mind
"@AndrewMarr9 amazing dedication to your recovery. It's such hard work. You are an inspiration!!!" another added.
A third tweeted: "@AndrewMarr9 Thank u for doing this stroke recovery program. I am a Stroke Survivor still relearning a lot of functions. #strokerecovery."
While a fourth agreed, writing: "@AndrewMarr9 Watched My Brain and Me. Massive respect to you for all you've achieved, especially since your stroke. You're an inspiration!"