Atherosclerosis

The arteries are the blood vessels responsible for delivering oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the different parts of the body. When a person has atherosclerosis, fatty deposits called “plaque” build up in the arteries causing the thickening of the artery and making the channel narrow. When this happens, there is a decrease in blood […]

As people age, the risk of stroke increases. However, one of the leading causes of strokes that people may not know about is atherosclerosis. What is atherosclerosis? Atherosclerosis can lead to what kind of stroke? Read on to find out. What Is Atherosclerosis?  Atherosclerosis can lead to what kind of stroke? Normal arteries are elastic and flexible. […]

When we say “hardening of arteries” it can also mean atherosclerosis, which is a chronic inflammatory disease of the arteries. This happens when plaque (cholesterol-filled deposits) builds up, over time, within their inner lining. This build up will, over time, narrow or completely block the arteries. This can lead to coronary artery disease. Eventually, it […]

Atherosclerosis of aorta refers to the buildup of plaque around the inside wall of the aorta. This is a condition that occurs when the blood vessels become thick and stiff—to the point of restriction in relation to the blood flow of the patient. Atherosclerosis is the reason why most people have a heart attack or stroke. Also […]

Atherosclerosis is a condition that restricts or completely cuts off the flow of blood in the blood vessels. This is primarily caused by the buildup of plaque, made up of cholesterol and fatty deposits, in the blood vessels. So it’s important to know the best health tips to prevent atherosclerosis to ensure overall health. If left […]

Atherosclerosis is a condition that results from the buildup of plaque or fatty deposits in a person’s blood vessels. This is a progressive disease, which develops slowly over time. This is why the signs and symptoms of atherosclerosis can vary. It all depends on which blood vessels are affected, as well as the overall health of […]

Atherosclerosis, is a disease that causes a buildup of plaque, or cholesterol, and fat inside a person’s blood vessels. Eventually, this can restrict or completely block blood flow, and can lead to cardiovascular disease. According to the WHO, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. To put it into perspective, about 17.9 million people […]

Complications that result from atherosclerosis rank among the top causes of death worldwide. In fact, ischemic heart disease and stroke, which are the top two causes of death globally, are both complications that result from atherosclerosis. This is why knowing who is at risk for atherosclerosis helps people take better care of themselves. This can also […]

What is Atherosclerosis?Atherosclerosis is a condition wherein fatty deposits called plaque start to build up in the blood vessels, especially the arteries, causing them to harden. Arteries are the blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart out to the body, and when atherosclerosis happens, blood flow to certain parts of the body will […]