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Coronary artery disease (CAD) is caused by the narrowing of the large blood vessels that supply the heart with oxygen. Read about the symptoms, outlook and treatment options. more...
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(ron sumners / iStock / Thinkstock) The most common signs of a heart attack are chest pain and shortness of breath. But there may be other symptoms as well. A heart attack is a medical emergency. If you think someone might be having a heart attack, it is very important to call the emergency services right away (112 in Germany and many other countries, 911 in the U.S.). more...
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Heart attack. People have a heart attack if a coronary artery becomes completely blocked. The blockage stops part of the heart muscle from getting enough oxygen. If this goes on for too long, that part of the heart muscle can die and the situation becomes life-threatening. more...
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(PantherMedia / Wavebreakmedia ltd) The main treatment for coronary artery disease (CAD) is medication. But you can also do a number of other things to keep your heart as healthy as possible – for instance, try to stop smoking if you smoke, get enough exercise, and lose weight if you're overweight. more...
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(Frenk Kaufmann / Hemera / Thinkstock) Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a chronic condition, but it doesn't have to dominate your life. Being well-informed about the disease can help to manage the treatment and recognize potential problems in time. more...
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Statins. Statins are medications that lower certain cholesterol levels in the blood (cholesterol-lowering drugs). The beneficial effects of statins aren't only due to their cholesterol-lowering effect, though. It is currently thought that they also protect the blood vessel walls, for instance by inhibiting inflammations. more...
