Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
How Can Plaque Formation In The Arteries Be Treated?
Question: IS THERE A WAY TO REDUCE OR ELIMINATE PLAQUE IN ARTERIES?
Brief Answer:
Diet, exercise, and medicines
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
After going through your medical details I understand your concern I would like to tell you, atherosclerosis or plaque formation is a progressive disease. Progression of this can be slow down with the help of diet, exercise, and medication but it can not be reversed back to normal.
I hope this information will answer your query.
Regards,
Dr. Bhanu Partap, Cardiologist
Diet, exercise, and medicines
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
After going through your medical details I understand your concern I would like to tell you, atherosclerosis or plaque formation is a progressive disease. Progression of this can be slow down with the help of diet, exercise, and medication but it can not be reversed back to normal.
I hope this information will answer your query.
Regards,
Dr. Bhanu Partap, Cardiologist
Note: For further queries related to coronary artery disease and prevention, click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
