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How Can Calcium Buildup In The Heart Be Reversed?
I am a retired ICU RN and just recently heard about calcium scores in CAD. I had not heard of calcium scores when I was working. What symptoms prompt a Dr. to order this, are their ranges of normal, and with positive results, what follows as far as testing or treatment? email address: YYYY@YYYY
Fri, 12 Oct 2018
Hi,
An aortic calcification is related to arteriosclerosis, which causes stiff and thick arteries. Arteriosclerosis causes a blood flow restriction to your organs and tissues. Symptoms include shortness of breath, heart palpitations, ankle swelling, weight gain, weakness and chest discomfort.
When you take steps to reduce your risk of arteriosclerosis, you might also reduce your calcification risks. When your aortic arteries are flexible and clean, you are less likely to develop a calcification.
If you get 150 minutes of moderate exercise each week you can help protect your heart. Walking, jogging, running, riding your bike, swimming, playing sports and dancing are all effective ways to fit this much exercise into your week.
Eating plenty of nutritious foods might also help reduce your risk of arteriosclerosis, which might help reduce calcium deposits on your heart.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Prabhash Verma,
General & Family Physician
An aortic calcification is related to arteriosclerosis, which causes stiff and thick arteries. Arteriosclerosis causes a blood flow restriction to your organs and tissues. Symptoms include shortness of breath, heart palpitations, ankle swelling, weight gain, weakness and chest discomfort.
When you take steps to reduce your risk of arteriosclerosis, you might also reduce your calcification risks. When your aortic arteries are flexible and clean, you are less likely to develop a calcification.
If you get 150 minutes of moderate exercise each week you can help protect your heart. Walking, jogging, running, riding your bike, swimming, playing sports and dancing are all effective ways to fit this much exercise into your week.
Eating plenty of nutritious foods might also help reduce your risk of arteriosclerosis, which might help reduce calcium deposits on your heart.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Prabhash Verma,
General & Family Physician
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