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Coronary Artery Disease

WHAT IS IT

Narrowing of the coronary arteries due to atherosclerosis

(Atherosclerosis - Plaque buildup in arteries from cholesterol deposits)

 

RISK FACTORS

Modifiable (can be changed)

·       Smoking & alcohol use

·       Overweight/Obesity

·       Diabetes

·       High cholesterol

·       Stress

·       Sedentary lifestyle

Non-Modifiable (cannot be changed)

·       Family history

·       Aging

·       Race

·       Gender

 

SYMPTOMS

·       Usually asymptomatic

·       Chest pain that goes away with rest

·       Diaphoresis

·       Shortness of breath

·       Heartburn

·       Nausea/vomiting

·       Fatigue

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Coronary Artery Disease

The Human Circulatory System and the Organs Involved

Coronary Artery Disease

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WHAT IS IT

Narrowing of the coronary arteries due to atherosclerosis

(Atherosclerosis - Plaque buildup in arteries from cholesterol deposits)

 

RISK FACTORS

Modifiable (can be changed)

·       Smoking & alcohol use

·       Overweight/Obesity

·       Diabetes

·       High cholesterol

·       Stress

·       Sedentary lifestyle

Non-Modifiable (cannot be changed)

·       Family history

·       Aging

·       Race

·       Gender

 

SYMPTOMS

·       Usually asymptomatic

·       Chest pain that goes away with rest

·       Diaphoresis

·       Shortness of breath

·       Heartburn

·       Nausea/vomiting

·       Fatigue

No insights found