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70+ fem can cholestorol embolus affecting sight in one eye temporary few mins be of significance ?am taking plavix and fibrazate for carotid arteries

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Dr. John Goldman
Dr. John Goldmananswered
Rheumatology 57 years experience
Very serious: As you have stated the cholesterol plaque could come from your carotid artery he. You need to let your physician know about this episode. This can be a very serious problem.
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