Atherosclerosis - Carotides
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Atherosclerosis - Carotides Atherosclerosis is a disease where plaques are built up inside the carotid arteries of the body (the large arteries running from the aorta to the head), hardening and narrowing them, thereby reducing the flow of blood. It could be asymptomatic for decades, symptoms often appear when arteries become more than 50% blocked. | ||||
Disease information
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Symptoms[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Symptom
| Symptom | Probability |
|---|---|
| LDL high level | 70 |
| Hypertension | 70 |
| Weakness | 70 |
| Confusion | 60 |
| Numbness | 70 |
| Headache | 60 |
| Fainting | 30 |
| Breathing problems | 50 |
| Dizziness | 70 |
| Carotid arteries blocked | 100 |
Complications[edit | edit source]
| Symptom | Probability |
|---|---|
| Tremor | 30 |
| Pulmonary artery blockage | 10 |
Examinations[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Examination
- Interview
- Speech listening
- Chest auscultation
- Neurological testing
- Blood pressure measurement
- Physical examination
- Blood draw
- Echo
- Differential diagnosis
If complications occur:
- Angiography
Treatments[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Treatment
Additional treatments:
