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How Can A Clogged Arteries In The Heart Be Treated?

yes im scarred , I live in Frederick , ok , how ever im in onterio ca,if, on bis trip, recently I had my attorney boss, that paid for me to get this testing done where they put a form of head phone frequeceys on my ears, I was told that they said that the test came back as I have I arty on rear of my heart that possible was having a clogging, ans well as another in my left lefg and my upper stummich had a hurnea, sorry for my miss spelled works, hears what I have been feeling , seems, metaly im for the most part ok, other that scarred, I know for A year ive felt my feet go numg, like the had formed a ball ike a huff,, I currently for the last week have my feet swoolen fom q 13 shoe to a 17 shoe,? I ve past out shortly and came to like I was tired,, I get tired just plant a rose bush and sweet, I am 6 ft and 250 pounds and large frame, I di get scock 2 years a go from my air conditioner and wound uo in hospital,,, 3 days, I have many holes that were opemed due to the scocking,, they never really healed,, because they reacuure when under stress? 5/09/1961
Thu, 23 Aug 2018
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Hello,

The condition is called coronary artery disease. Treatment for coronary artery disease usually involves lifestyle changes and, if necessary, drugs and certain medical procedures.

Lifestyle changes:

Making a commitment to the following healthy lifestyle changes can go a long way toward promoting healthier arteries:

1. Quit smoking.
2. Eat healthy foods.
3. Exercise regularly.
4. Lose excess weight.
5. Reduce stress.

Drugs:

Various drugs can be used to treat coronary artery disease, including:

1. Cholesterol-modifying medications. By decreasing the amount of cholesterol in the blood, especially low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or the "bad") cholesterol, these drugs decrease the primary material that deposits on the coronary arteries. Your doctor can choose from a range of medications, including statins, niacin, fibrates and bile acid sequestrants.

2. Aspirin. Your doctor may recommend taking a daily aspirin or other blood thinner. This can reduce the tendency of your blood to clot, which may help prevent obstruction of your coronary arteries.

If you've had a heart attack, aspirin can help prevent future attacks. There are some cases where aspirin isn't appropriate, such as if you have a bleeding disorder or you're already taking another blood thinner, so ask your doctor before starting to take aspirin.

3. Beta blockers. These drugs slow your heart rate and decrease your blood pressure, which decreases your heart's demand for oxygen. If you've had a heart attack, beta blockers reduce the risk of future attacks.

4. Calcium channel blockers. These drugs may be used with beta blockers if beta blockers alone aren't effective or instead of beta blockers if you're not able to take them. These drugs can help improve symptoms of chest pain.

5. Ranolazine. This medication may help people with chest pain (angina). It may be prescribed with a beta blocker or instead of a beta blocker if you can't take it.

6. Nitroglycerin. Nitroglycerin tablets, sprays and patches can control chest pain by temporarily dilating your coronary arteries and reducing your heart's demand for blood.

7. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs). These similar drugs decrease blood pressure and may help prevent progression of coronary artery disease.

Procedures to restore and improve blood flow

1. Angioplasty and stent placement (percutaneous coronary revascularization)

2. Coronary artery bypass surgery.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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How Can A Clogged Arteries In The Heart Be Treated?

Hello, The condition is called coronary artery disease. Treatment for coronary artery disease usually involves lifestyle changes and, if necessary, drugs and certain medical procedures. Lifestyle changes: Making a commitment to the following healthy lifestyle changes can go a long way toward promoting healthier arteries: 1. Quit smoking. 2. Eat healthy foods. 3. Exercise regularly. 4. Lose excess weight. 5. Reduce stress. Drugs: Various drugs can be used to treat coronary artery disease, including: 1. Cholesterol-modifying medications. By decreasing the amount of cholesterol in the blood, especially low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or the bad ) cholesterol, these drugs decrease the primary material that deposits on the coronary arteries. Your doctor can choose from a range of medications, including statins, niacin, fibrates and bile acid sequestrants. 2. Aspirin. Your doctor may recommend taking a daily aspirin or other blood thinner. This can reduce the tendency of your blood to clot, which may help prevent obstruction of your coronary arteries. If you ve had a heart attack, aspirin can help prevent future attacks. There are some cases where aspirin isn t appropriate, such as if you have a bleeding disorder or you re already taking another blood thinner, so ask your doctor before starting to take aspirin. 3. Beta blockers. These drugs slow your heart rate and decrease your blood pressure, which decreases your heart s demand for oxygen. If you ve had a heart attack, beta blockers reduce the risk of future attacks. 4. Calcium channel blockers. These drugs may be used with beta blockers if beta blockers alone aren t effective or instead of beta blockers if you re not able to take them. These drugs can help improve symptoms of chest pain. 5. Ranolazine. This medication may help people with chest pain (angina). It may be prescribed with a beta blocker or instead of a beta blocker if you can t take it. 6. Nitroglycerin. Nitroglycerin tablets, sprays and patches can control chest pain by temporarily dilating your coronary arteries and reducing your heart s demand for blood. 7. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs). These similar drugs decrease blood pressure and may help prevent progression of coronary artery disease. Procedures to restore and improve blood flow 1. Angioplasty and stent placement (percutaneous coronary revascularization) 2. Coronary artery bypass surgery. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.