Atherosclerosis Symptoms
This blog of CNC Health Info is about Atherosclerosis
ATHEROSCLEROSIS
DESCRIPTION
Atherosclerosis is a type of arteriosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is a building of fats, cholesterol and other substances in and on the artery wall. This building is called plague. The plague can cause arteries to narrow, blocking blood flow. The plague can also burst, leading to a blood clot
Although atherosclerosis is often considered a heart problem, it can affect arteries anywhere in the body. Atherosclerosis can be treated. Healthy lifestyles habits can help prevent atherosclerosis
Risk factors –
Family history
Unhealthy diet
Diabetes
High blood pressure
High cholesterol
Obesity
Diagnosis and tests –
Heart health test
Lipoprotein blood test
Treatment –
Angioplasty
Carotid endarterectomy
Chelation for coronary heart disease
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