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Atherosclerosis is a condition in which fatty material collects along the walls of arteries. This fatty material thickens, hardens, and may eventually block the arteries. Atherosclerosis is just one of several types of ...
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Symptoms
Symptoms usually do not occur until blood flow becomes slowed or blocked. If this happens, you may have chest pain or l...
Causes
Atherosclerosis is a common disorder of the arteries. It occurs when fat, cholesterol, and other substances build up in...
Tests
A health care provider will perform a physical exam and listen to the heart and lungs with a stethoscope. Early atheros...
Treatments
Your doctor will probably suggest a low-fat diet, weight loss if you are overweight, and exercise. There are many diffe...
Complications
Coronary artery disease; Damage to organs (such as the kidneys, brain, liver, and intestines; Heart attack; Stroke; Too...
Prevention
The following lifestyle changes can help prevent atherosclerosis: Eat a low-fat, low-cholesterol, and low-salt diet; Ea...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you are at risk for atherosclerosis, especially if symptoms o...
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