Atherosclerosis signs and symptoms
Atherosclerosis is a serious, chronic condition which affects the heart and blood vessels, and is a major cause of cardiovascular disease. However, it is not always symptomatic. Signs and symptoms start to arise when atherosclerosis is advanced or complicated with other diseases. Common symptoms of atherosclerosis when the disease is starting to give trouble include chest pain, shortness of breath, and fatigue. In some patients, atherosclerosis may induce erectile dysfunction.
In a late stage of the disease, when atherosclerosis has gained ground and is already complicated, it would also trigger signs and symptoms of cardiovascular disease. For example, chest pain, headaches, and other symptoms of heart attack and stroke. A high proportion of patients diagnosed with these ailments have an advanced stage of atherosclerosis.
