Complications of Atherosclerosis
One of the most serious complications is a myocardial infarction, or a heart attack. This occurs when an artery is blocked, cutting off blood flow and oxygen to the heart, resulting in damage to the cardiac muscle.
Stroke is another common complication of atherosclerosis, and occurs when an artery to the brain is blocked, cutting off oxygen. This leads to brain damage, and can be fatal.
Other health issues associated with atherosclerosis include peripheral vascular disease, aneurysms, and hypertension. All of these conditions can be extremely serious and require medical attention.
Other conditions may not be serious or life-threatening, but they affect patients emotionally or mentally. For example, erectile dysfunction and brain fog.
