ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -When atherosclerosis narrows the arteries close to your heart, you may develop coronary artery disease, which can cause chest pain (angina), a heart attack or heart failure. Carotid artery disease. When atherosclerosis narrows the arteries close to your brain, you may develop carotid artery disease.

Detailed explanation-2: -If a plaque bursts, a blood clots may form that may block the artery completely or travel to other parts of the body. Blockages, either complete or incomplete, can cause complications, including heart attack, stroke, vascular dementia, erectile dysfunction, or limb loss. Atherosclerosis can cause death and disability.

Detailed explanation-3: -High blood pressure: Over time, high blood pressure can damage artery walls, allowing plaque to build up. Diabetes: High blood sugar can damage the inner layers of the arteries, causing plaque buildup. Metabolic syndrome: High levels of cholesterol and triglycerides in your blood increase your risk.

Detailed explanation-4: -Atherosclerosis is where your arteries become narrowed, making it difficult for blood to flow through them. It increases your risk of heart attack and stroke.

Detailed explanation-5: -Atherosclerosis is a disease that happens when plaque builds up on the inside walls of your arteries. Arteries are blood vessels that deliver blood and oxygen from the heart to the rest of the body. Plaque is a sticky substance made of fat, cholesterol, calcium and other substances.