What is atherosclerosis?

what is atherosclerosis?
- Atherosclerosis is a disease in which plaque builds up inside your arteries.
- Atherosclerosis can lead to serious problems, including heart attack, stroke, or even death.



Atherosclerosis Causes
Plaque may begin to build up where the arteries are damaged. Over time, plaque hardens and narrows the arteries. Eventually, an area of plaque can rupture (break open).
When this happens, blood cell fragments called platelets (PLATE-lets) stick to the site of the injury. They may clump together to form blood clots. Clots narrow the arteries even more, limiting the flow of oxygen-rich blood to your body.



Figure A shows a normal artery with normal blood flow. The inset image shows a cross-section of a normal artery. Figure B shows an artery with plaque buildup. The inset image shows a cross-section of an artery with plaque buildup.


What is the risk of causing atherosclerosis?(cái này nên chia thành kiểu sơ đồ tư duy)
Risk factors:
● Abdominal obesity
●Diabetes
● High blood pressure
● Not eating fruits and vegetables
● High cholesterol
● Not exercising regularly
● Smoking
● Stress