Clogged arteries, also known as atherosclerosis, can pose significant health risks if left untreated. Understanding the symptoms, causes, and preventive measures is essential to effectively manage this condition.
Symptoms of clogged arteries:
General symptoms:
Chest pain (angina)
Excessive sweating
Fatigue and exhaustion
shortness of breath
Heart palpitations
nausea
lower back pain
Erection problems in men
Stroke or heart attack
Symptoms before a stroke:
Stuttering or difficulty speaking
Loss of vision in one eye
Symptoms in peripheral artery disease:
- Pain in the feet, especially while walking
Gangrene
Slow wound healing
Ulcers in the feet
Chest tightness, burning, or pain
Coldness in the feet
Pain in the shoulder or arm
Dizziness and excessive sweating
Jaw pain in women
Diagnosis of clogged arteries:
Various diagnostic methods may be used, including cholesterol screening, chest X-ray, CT scan, ultrasound, cardiac stress tests, electrocardiogram, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), CT angiography, and angiography.