What Are Clogged Arteries?
2. Gradual Progression
As the plaque on the arteries gradually builds up, so the affected blood vessel becomes increasingly narrower internally. Such is the slow rate of this build-up that the condition will often not be noticed for many years. As the condition does get worse, however, it can begin to have a real impact on our health.
As the blood vessels become increasingly narrow so less blood can be pumped to the heart and other parts of the body. When the heart is affected, it becomes a condition known as coronary artery disease. It is a condition that is potentially very serious.
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