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CAD

CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE (CAD)

• Blockage of one or more arteries that supply blood to the heart.


• Usually due to accumulation of atheromatous plaques & hardening of the arteries, also called atherosclerosis.

CAUSES / RISK FACTORS

• Heredity

• High levels of cholesterol in the blood

• Smoking

• Diabetes

• Obesity

• High blood pressure

• High-fat diet

• Lack of exercise

• Emotional stress

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

• Cardiac arrest

• Chest pain/discomfort that may radiate to shoulders, arms, neck, jaw, or back (usually left side) and tends to get worse

during exertion (physical activity/exercise)

• Shortness of breath

• Palpitations (rapid or strong heartbeat)

• Irregular heartbeat

• Dizziness or fainting

TREATMENT

NEED MEDICAL CONSULTATION

• Medical treatment includes:

1) Lower cholesterol levels

2) Control blood pressure

3) Control diabetes

Invasive cardiovascular interventions:

• Coronary bypass operation

Medications:

• Includes relief of chest pain, control of tachycardia (fast heart beat)

• Blood thinners

Cardiac Rehabilitation and Follow Up with your doctor.

PREVENTION:

LIFESTYLE CHANGE is the most effective way to prevent heart disease:

• Eat a healthy/balanced diet.

• Engage in regular physical activity.

• Lower fat intake.

• Lower blood cholesterol.

• Control high blood pressure and diabetes.

• Quit smoking.

• Lower alcohol intake.

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