Atherosclerosis

Q. The deposition of cholesterol, fat and fibrous tissues causes ____________ of the lumen of arteries.

1. widening
2. narrowing
3. will not change
4. none of the above

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Write about four disorders of the circulatory system.

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What are the 4 most common cardiovascular diseases?

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How does coronary artery disease affect the circulatory system?

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What causes Coronary Artery Disease?

Q. Atherosclerosis affects:

1. The vessels which supply blood to kidney
2. The vessels which supply blood to brain
3. The vessels which supply blood to lungs
4. The vessels which supply blood to heart

Q. A 48 year old male patient was admitted in the emergency unit complaining of _____________. A few tests later he was diagnosed with a condition called coronary artery disease. Which of the following symptoms do you think he was most likely experiencing?

1. pain in the chest
2. pain in the upper arm
3. pain in the jaw
4. all of the above