8 silent signs of clogged arteries that should not be ignored
(Baonghean.vn) - Arterial blockage will obstruct blood circulation, and can even be life-threatening. In many cases, when we turn 20, we can have arterial blockage... Below are the signs of the disease, you need to see a doctor promptly when detected.
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| Chest pain (or angina) is the result of reduced blood flow to the heart. Signs of chest pain include tightness, numbness, or pressure in the chest muscles. People do not usually experience these symptoms at rest because they are triggered by physical activity or emotional changes. In some cases, the blockage of an artery will cause the pain to tighten and signal that a person is having a heart attack. |
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| Shortness of breath develops when the coronary arteries are damaged. Many people experience this symptom because the heart is not pumping enough blood to meet the body's needs. While people often do not consider shortness of breath to be a serious problem, it can sometimes be the only sign of dangerous coronary artery disease that may require treatment. |
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| Lower back pain is a serious symptom that should not be ignored. When blood flow to the lower back is reduced, the discs between the vertebrae become thinner. This leads to pinched nerves, causing pain. According to one study, 10% of people in developed countries have had a blockage in their aorta by the time they are 20 years old. |
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| This symptom of clogged arteries occurs more often in women than in men. Pain and aching in the jaw and neck are common symptoms of angina, which is caused by poor blood flow to a part of the heart. |
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| Leg pain when walking can also be a sign of clogged arteries. This means your limbs are not getting enough blood flow. Signs include muscle pain or leg (or arm) cramps. The location of the pain depends on where the clot or narrowed artery is. |
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| Arteries supply blood to our eyes and brain. If these arteries are blocked, the result can be blurred vision or temporary loss of vision. A total blockage of an artery can lead to a stroke. That's why it's so important to recognize the signs. |
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| Cold feet are caused by peripheral artery disease (PAD). This problem occurs when narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs. More dangerously, the appearance of PAD can signal a more widespread arterial blockage in the body and can affect the brain or heart, causing a stroke or heart attack. |
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| Fatigue is a less common sign of coronary artery disease, but it can occur, according to medical experts. These symptoms can develop because the body gets less oxygen because of poor blood flow; the symptom is more common in women. |
