CAROTID ARTERY DISEASE, Causes, Signs and Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment.
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Chapters
0:00 Introduction
1:02 Causes of Carotid artery disease
2:14 Symptoms of Carotid artery disease
2:47 Diagnosis of Carotid artery disease
3:30 Treatment of Carotid artery disease
Carotid artery disease is a disease characterized by the buildup of a fatty or waxy substance called plaque inside the carotid arteries.
• The carotid arteries are two large blood vessels located on each side of the neck right below the angle of the jaw line. They each divide into the internal and external carotid arteries
• The internal carotid artery supply oxygenated blood to the front part of the brain where thinking, personality, and sensory-motor functions exist.
• The external carotid artery supply oxygenated blood to the face, scalp, and neck.
• In carotid artery disease, these arteries become narrowed or blocked as a result of the buildup of plagues.
• This, in turn, may block the blood flow to the brain, leading to TIA (transient ischemic attack) - a temporary shortage of blood to the brain and increasing the risk of stroke.
• Carotid artery disease is a very serious condition.
CAUSES
Carotid artery disease is caused by atherosclerosis, a condition in which plaque builds up in the arteries.
These plaques are made up of clumps of cholesterol, calcium, fibrous tissues and other cellular waste that gathers at microscopic injury site in the lining of the artery wall.
Atherosclerosis can make the carotid arteries stiff and narrow, limiting the amount of oxygen and nutrient delivered to vital brain structures that help with our day to day activities.
A further narrowing of the artery over time may cause the plaque to rupture, causing blood clots to form. A large blood clot may completely block the artery or small clots and plaques may travel up to the smaller arteries in the brain causing disruption of blood supply to parts of the brain.
Certain factors that may increase the risk of carotid artery disease are:
• Smoking
• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol
• Age
• Obesity
• Sedentary lifestyle
• A family history of atherosclerosis
• Sleep apnea
• Diabetes
• Insulin resistance.
Пікірлер: 38
During my annual physical, my doc placed the stethoscope on each side of my neck. She could hear a "swooshing" noise. She sent me to a vascular surgeon who ordered a doppler than a CT scan. I have 90% blockage on the right side & 85% blockage on the left side. I am currently seeing a cardiologist to obtain cardiac clearance for surgery. The vascular surgeon is going to remove the plaque in both arteries. I smoked for 45 years. I quit.smoking, cold turkey, two years ago due to having dizzy spells. My vascular surgeon said that was the BEST thing I could have done. If you smoke, please stop. I am now taking 20 mg of a statin/day & a blood thinner prior to surgery. I am 67 years old, I'm.5'7" & weight 150 pounds. Yes, I am.quite active. I was told I am asymptomatic which is very dangerous. My surgery should be scheduled soon. 🙏
@MedicalCentric
Жыл бұрын
Sorry about the condition, I wish you goodluck with your surgery.
@ambergross3668
Жыл бұрын
Best of luck Pamela
@nopressurenodiamonds5566
Жыл бұрын
I hope you are ok! I am 41 and just found out I probably have this; I am waiting for CT to confirm. I failed the first test. I had symptoms for almost a year and not 1 doctor out of 7 that I have saw ever connected the dots or even put a stethoscope to my neck. Even after I told them I could hear my heartbeat in my right ear, right neck discomfort, trouble swallowing at times, fatigue, puffy eyes and face on right side, hoarseness, swollen hand, and more. I had to research myself and tell them I was worried about a blood clot before I could even get the scan to prove them wrong. They dismissed me for a whole year. I hope you can come back and let us know how you are doing. I am an ex smoker as well smoked for my entire 20s up until 35. I quit 6 years ago. I am not sure if this did it or the jab. I didn't have any symptoms until a few months after my second shot.
@fabiantr100
Жыл бұрын
Hope you are doing better- just had my surgery 90 percent blocked
@EkaDompu-zv8sk
10 ай бұрын
How are you..?
🙏🙏🙏Thank you
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@MedicalCentric
Жыл бұрын
Glad to help
@jxknight1980
Жыл бұрын
Yep. I have 100s of Playlist
What diet should be taken?? Can u advice
@pamelamarsh291
Жыл бұрын
I just started the Mediterranean diet which was highly recommended by my medical professionals.
Can this cause neck pain, migraine /pressure headaches, pulsing pain like a flushed head. Pulsatile tinnitus was present when symptoms started (7 months ago) Whooshing in ear has gone but still feel prominent heart beat and pain in all these areas head and upper body. Please advise and can something like this be treated with medication. Thanks for any help.
@engineeredtruths8935
10 ай бұрын
Need to do MRA / CTA and CAC score test with doctor
What type of Dr should I see to treat this ??
@pamelamarsh291
Жыл бұрын
See a local vascular surgeon.
@harshanand4719
Жыл бұрын
neurologist
@nopressurenodiamonds5566
Жыл бұрын
Vascular specialist
Would a statin help?
@lyonsdavid
Жыл бұрын
I think it would if you have high cholesterol
@jamesjames2070
Жыл бұрын
Thankyou
@toddboden972
Жыл бұрын
No stay away from statins. They cause other issues with Kidney's Liver and causes diabetes. One problem for another which Dr's like. More money they get. Try and eat healthier by eating whole foods limit your unhealthy carbs and exercise
@pamelamarsh291
Жыл бұрын
Yes, at least 20 mg.
I’m 81 and had a TIA 6 weeks ago, a scan with injected dye showed I had a tear in my external right carotid artery, it was confirmed with an MRI. What can cause a tear? I’m on all the medications now, statins, BP tabs, blood thinners.
@MedicalCentric
8 ай бұрын
A tear in the carotid artery can be caused by various factors, including atherosclerosis, high blood pressure, trauma, or even spontaneous dissection. It's important to follow your prescribed medications and treatments as advised by your healthcare provider to manage the risk factors and promote healing. Regular follow-up appointments and lifestyle adjustments can also contribute to a healthier recovery. Please consult with your medical professional for specific guidance tailored to your condition.
What is the real cause of the Formation of Plaque?
@pankajsharma-rd7bm
Жыл бұрын
@@joaoveloso4954many do this but they dont have this problem
@pamelamarsh291
Жыл бұрын
I was told that cigarettes are the #1 culprit.
I went from trace atherosclerosis two years ago to 50% and 70% occlusion in just two years. Doctors are unable to explain how this could have happened. I didn't have any risk factors either. I never smoked drank or did drugs. Low BMI of 19, low cholesterol 127, normal blood sugar, normal blood pressure. They can't operate on it because they are intracranial occlusions. The extra cranial part is clear. All they could do is prescribe anti-platelet medication. They said it could delay but not prevent further strokes. I think I am screwed.
@engineeredtruths8935
10 ай бұрын
Diet maybe? Seed oils, artificial additives etc will cause systemic inflammation. Butter sugar fat replacements stuff like that.
@Shasha8674
10 ай бұрын
EDTA IV chelation may help unclog blood vessels and much more.
@donfrussell
27 күн бұрын
covd?
@randyrogers8568
25 күн бұрын
@@donfrussell I never had COVID
@Erickguitar16
16 күн бұрын
Are you still ok? Prayers.