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Coronary artery disease (male)

Coronary artery disease (male)

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Coronary arteriosclerosis is the narrowing and stiffening of arteries due to fatty plaque buildup in the blood vessels.

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35 year experience in Pediatrics

Is a type of:

Heart conditions

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Common
Baby
0-2
Preteen
6-13
Teenager
14-18
Young adult
19-40
Very common
Middle-aged adult
41-60
Very common

Symptoms

Chest pain
Difficulty staying asleep
Joint pains
Trouble sleeping
Irregular breathing
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Risk factors

Personal

Prolonged bed rest
Long plane rides
Asbestos exposure

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