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What causes atherosclerosis?

What causes atherosclerosis?

Atherosclerosis is thickening or hardening of the arteries caused by a buildup of plaque in the inner lining of an artery. Risk factors may include high cholesterol and triglyceride levels, high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, obesity, physical activity, and eating saturated fats.

Last updated on 12 Apr 2023

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Why are LDL tests necessary?

This testing helps inform you and your doctor about your risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and other health conditions.

Last updated on 12 Apr 2023

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What are the main causes of high cholesterol?

The most common cause of high cholesterol is an unhealthy lifestyle. This includes unhealthy eating habits, such as eating lots of bad fats. One type, saturated fat, is found in some meats, dairy products, chocolate, baked goods, and deep-fried and processed foods

Last updated on 12 Apr 2023

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What causes atherosclerosis?

Atherosclerosis is thickening or hardening of the arteries caused by a buildup of plaque in the inner lining of an artery. Risk factors may include high cholesterol and triglyceride levels, high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, obesity, physical activity, and eating saturated fats.

Last updated on 12 Apr 2023

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What is bad and good cholesterol?

LDL, or low-density lipoprotein, is sometimes called 'bad cholesterol'. It carries cholesterol that can stick to arteries, collect in the vessel lining forming plaque, and sometimes block blood flow. HDL, or high-density lipoprotein, is sometimes called 'good cholesterol'

Last updated on 12 Apr 2023

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Why does Atherosclerosis not occur in veins?

Atherosclerosis occurs mostly in the arteries, but rarely in the veins. This is attributed to differences in the anatomical structure of arteries and veins

Last updated on 12 Apr 2023

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