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Is coronary artery disease infectious?
No. It is caused by the build up of plaque in the arteries.
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What is the cause of Coronary Artery Disease?
Coronary artery disease can develop when cholesterol forms a fatty substance called plaque in the lining of the artery, which blocks the smooth flow of blood and oxygen to the heart muscle causing...
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Is coronary artery disease fatal?
Sometimes. CAD is what causes heart attacks, and over half of all heart attacks are fatal. It can also cause heart failure, which can also be fatal.Fortunately there are treatments that can prevent,...
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What are symptoms of coronary artery disease?
Pain of angina pectoris. In advanced disease, the sever pain of MI is described as burning, squeezing, crushing and radiating to the arm, neck or jaw. Nausea, vomiting, and weakness also can be...
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What is coronary occlusive artery disease?
Coronary occlusive artery disease-- Blockage of the arteries that supply blood to the heart; frequently a precursor to a heart attack.