12 Flashcards
1
Q
What happens if there is too much cholesterol in the blood?
A
If there is too much cholesterol in the
blood, the cholesterol, and other
substances may form deposits (plaques) that collect on artery walls.
2
Q
What is the name and effects of atherosclerosis in the heart (coronary) arteries?
A
Angina
pectoris (chest pain)
3
Q
What is the name and effects of atherosclerosis in the brain arteries?
A
Stroke (difficulty
speaking, temporary loss of vision, or drooping muscles in the face)
4
Q
What is the name and effects of atherosclerosis in the arteries of the arms and legs?
A
Peripheral
artery disease (leg pain when walking claudication or decreased blood pressure in an affected limb)
