Question 1

how can i tell if i have a blocked carotid artery?

Accepted Answer

Duplex scan: Doppler involves the use of reflected sound waves to evaluate the flow of blood in vessels. Vascular ultrasound  evaluates the structure and architecture of blood vessels and can be used to visualize blockages in arteries and veins.  Using these together is called a duplex scan and is what vascular labs all utilize for diagnosis.  Always look to see that the lab you go to is accredited by icavl.

Question 2

i think i have heart problem or a blocked carotid artery. which came first ?

Accepted Answer

Both at the same tim: Factors causing one cxause they other: smoking, bad cholesterol issues, increased blood pressure, diabetes, and several less liekly other, like homocysteinemia.  These causitive factors need be treated.  Both carotid blockage or coronary ischemia may require intervention, surgically.

Question 3

please explain why does my mom's blocked carotid artery make her act so different?

Accepted Answer

Stroke: A blocked carotid artery may result in a stroke. This could explain a change in her behavior or personality. If she has not had a stroke, however, a carotid artery blockage would not cause her to "act any differently.".

Question 4

what does it mean if my mom's blocked carotid artery is starting to make her act so different?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely related: It's unlikely related, however she should see her PMD to make sure this is not related to small strokes (TIAs)

Question 5

what is the treatment for  carotid artery stenosis?

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Depends: If the stenosis is <70%, then the therapy  is typically medical: Aspirin and cholesterol control (ldl 70-100). In most places stenosis > 70 is treated by surgery or stenting (which depends on a patients symptoms, anatomy, risk for surgery and doctors skills.

Question 6

what causes carotid artery stenosis?

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

Question 7

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.

Question 8

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 9

could you explain what is carotid artery stenosis and stroke?

Accepted Answer

The carotid arteries: Are the main arterial blood vessels to the brain. Stenosis is preceded ; caused by plaque. Lilies ; familial history are culprits! have carotid doppler ; lipid follow up by pcp. I usually follow ; treat according to advanced lipid testing( liposcience emr!

Question 10

do you know the data sheet for examination of a patient of carotid artery stenosis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There is a risk of devastating stroke.

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