Question 1

what causes carotid artery stenosis?

Accepted Answer

Atherosclerosis: Usually it is the result of the build up of atherosclerotic plaques over time due to the buildup of cholesterol.

Question 2

can carotid artery stenosis cause sciatica?

Accepted Answer

No: There are arterial conditions in your legs that can cause leg pain similar to sciatica in some cases. Your carotid artery in your neck is too far removed from your legs to affect them in this way. Vascular disease in your carotid artery however may suggest vascular problems elsewhere such as your legs. You can be assessed by lumbar MRI and vascular assessment of your legs to assess leg pain.

Question 3

could carotid artery stenosis cause sciatica nerve pain?

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NO: Carotid artery is in neck and sciatica pain is in back and leg.  There is no correlation at all.

Question 4

who gets carotid artery stenosis?

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Elderly Hypertensive: Carotid stenosis usually occurs secondary to longstanding atherosclerosis. Risk factors include high blood pressure, diabetes, and coronary artery disease. It takes time for atherosclerotic plaques to develop, so most patients with carotid artery stenosis are older adults.

Question 5

how is carotid artery stenosis diagnosed?

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Carotid stenosis: Presence of carotid bruit and carotid ultrasound.

Question 6

are there meds for carotid artery stenosis?

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Carotid stenosis: None, carotid endarterectomy is indicated if stenosis is more than 50-75 % obstructed and patient is symptomatic.

Question 7

carotid artery stenosis is how common at which age groups?

Accepted Answer

Greater than 65 : The incidence of carotid stenosis increases steadily as one ages. More common in men than women, and significantly after age 65.

Question 8

please tell me, are there meds for carotid artery stenosis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You should be on an Aspirin and a statin. Both lower your risk of a stroke,  but neither will make the carotid stenosis go away.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: carotid artery stenosis?

Accepted Answer

Blockage of carotid: Stenosis mean blockage or tightness.  So carotid artery stenosis means a blockage of the carotid artery.  The treatment can involve medicines, stents, or surgery (called an endarterectomy).  Which treatment is chosen depends on the degree of stenosis, symptoms, and overall health of the patient.

Question 10

what is carotid artery stenosis and stroke?

Accepted Answer

Blocked plumbing: Your carotid arteries deliver blood to your brain and head. Carotid artery stenosis is when gunk and inflammation make it harder for the blood to flow. When your brain doesn't get enough blood, parts of your brain can die. That's a stroke. The good news? You can prevent this by: eating right, moving 30-60 minutes every day, controlling your blood pressure, not smoking. Thanks for asking.

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