Question 1

please help, how much lecithin should one take to reduce plaque in arteries?

Accepted Answer

See below: Lecithin will not reduce arterial plaque.

Question 2

in atherosclerosis, plaque builds up in the arteries occluding the lumen.how would this affect bp?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If the plaque occludes the artery then the blood pressure inside the artery will drop.. If it just stiffens the artery without affecting blood flow, the blood pressure inside the artery may be unchanged or appear elevated depending upon the measurement technique.

Question 3

is bloodpressure of 180/120 for one or two month is enough to develop decent amount of atherosclerosis plaque in the arteries?

Accepted Answer

: This is hypertension and over years you will develop atherosclerosis. It is impossible to tell how much you would see in two years without imagining. Rapid treatment with reducing your BP could prevent progression of disease. Good Luck

Question 4

what causes plaque in arteries that could form a clot.  can smoking alone do it or needs to be multiple reasons and usually what age?

Accepted Answer

Multiple causes!: Genetic factor,high cholesterol in the form of 
oxidized  LDL, triglyceridemia &amp; inflammatory process.
Cigarette smoking is considered the most important risk factor for coronary heart disease.Tobacco smoke contains more than 4000 chemicals of which more than 50 have been identified as carcinogens.These chemicals are extremely damaging to the heart.Common above 50, any age depending on risk facto

Question 5

33 yr old male.  cardiac cath 2 yrs ago showed plaque in arteries but no blockages.  having symptoms now.  could i have blockage this young?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Although we think of heart disease as something that affects people wo are a little older- it can also affect people your age. Please be seen ASAP and best of luck!

Question 6

rupturing of soft plaque in arteries can cause problems. what is the best way to control the breaking off of soft plaque to prevent heart attacks,etc?

Accepted Answer

Depends: There are multiple issues: Do not use tobacco, if you have high blood pressure - control it, same for diabetes. If high cholesterol may need statins. Life style modifications are prudent. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco or alcohol in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 7

does a normal ct calcium score scan eliminate possibility of atherosclerosis plaque build up in arteries?

Accepted Answer

Not entirely: Usually, a calcium score &gt;100 indicates that calcium deposits are present &amp; that coronary heart disease/obstruction is likely present. Scores between 0 &amp; 100 are considered normal, but this may just indicate a very small amount of calcium that hasn't progressed to disease yet. At your age, follow heart disease prevention--non-smoking, healthy eating/exercise, not calcium score. Good wishes:)

Question 8

clear angiogram 2013 before 
heart valve surgery.how many yrs is angiogram good for before plaque build up?
healthyish diet.grandmother lived to 72 had atherosclerosis and mother had stroke from carotid artery at 74.my bmi 22.9 good bp. non smoker?

Accepted Answer

: I don’t think anyone knows how long it takes plaque to develop. The most important thing thing is what you do: watching your cholesterol (diet); blood pressure; exercise; monitoring your blood sugar. All of those things will help to keep your blood vessels clean. Good luck

Question 9

what are some natural ways to reduce plaque build up in arteries?

Accepted Answer

Not much: Hi. There's not much "natural" you can do to help reduce atherosclerotic plaque except healthy diet and regular exercise, and obviously don't smoke. The biggest issue, your genetics, is not a modifiable variable. You're young, but there are bad genes that can cause atherosclerotic events in your age group. If you can give us more information, perhaps we can be of greater assistance. Good luck!

Question 10

from a preventative view. does cardio help to strengthen existing weak artery walls and reduce existing plaque buildup or just help to stop further?

Accepted Answer

Help existing!: Recent studies have shown a reversal in build up of plaque with exercise and healthy diet. The Mediterranean diet has the most evidence to back this up. Fresh vegetable, fruit, fish, ollives....

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Please help, how much lecithin should one take to reduce plaque in arteries?

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In atherosclerosis, plaque builds up in the arteries occluding the lumen.how would this affect bp?

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Is bloodpressure of 180/120 for one or two month is enough to develop decent amount of atherosclerosis plaque in the arteries?

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What causes plaque in arteries that could form a clot. can smoking alone do it or needs to be multiple reasons and usually what age?

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33 yr old male. cardiac cath 2 yrs ago showed plaque in arteries but no blockages. having symptoms now. could i have blockage this young?

A member asked:

Rupturing of soft plaque in arteries can cause problems. what is the best way to control the breaking off of soft plaque to prevent heart attacks,etc?

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Does a normal ct calcium score scan eliminate possibility of atherosclerosis plaque build up in arteries?

A member asked:

Clear angiogram 2013 before heart valve surgery.how many yrs is angiogram good for before plaque build up? healthyish diet.grandmother lived to 72 had atherosclerosis and mother had stroke from carotid artery at 74.my bmi 22.9 good bp. non smoker?

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What are some natural ways to reduce plaque build up in arteries?

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From a preventative view. does cardio help to strengthen existing weak artery walls and reduce existing plaque buildup or just help to stop further?

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