Arteriosclerosis is a condition in which blood flow is impaired
If arteriosclerosis progresses, it can lead to serious diseases such as myocardial infarction and cerebral infarction
Arteriosclerosis is a word we hear often in our daily lives
But did you know that there are three types of arteriosclerosis?
In this article, we will introduce the following in addition to how arteriosclerosis occurs:
- What are the symptoms of arteriosclerosis?
- What causes arteriosclerosis?
- What are the treatments for arteriosclerosis?
- How to prevent arteriosclerosis
We hope this article will be read by people who have begun to worry about their health, such as those who are worried about their health recently or those who are wondering if their symptoms are okay. Please read it to the end and use it to deepen your knowledge of arteriosclerosis
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1. What is arteriosclerosis?
Venous effect is a silent disease that does not cause pain or discomfort
Also, be careful, as the incidence rate of these diseases increases with age if you continue to live an unhealthy lifestyle, and it can lead to the development of diabetes, high blood pressure, dyslipidemia, etc
1-1. Media hardening
Medial sclerosis is a type of arteriosclerosis that occurs when calcium accumulates in the tunica media of blood vessels
Blood vessels consist of three layers called the intima, media, and adventitia
When calcium accumulates in the central tunica media, it calcifies, making it hard and brittle, which can lead to rupture of the blood vessel wall
Medial sclerosis is most likely to occur in the aorta, lower limbs, and neck arteries
1-2. Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis is a type of hardening of the arteries caused by the buildup of lipid clumps containing cholesterol inside the arteries
The accumulation of lipid masses in a protruding shape can thin the surface membrane and cause the blood vessel wall to rupture. This results in the formation of blood clots called thrombi, and repeated thrombi can cause poor or even halted blood flow
Atherosclerosis tends to occur in large blood vessels such as arteries and cerebral arteries
1-3. arteriole sclerosis
Arteriolosclerosis is a type of arteriosclerosis caused by hardening of the small arteries in the kidneys and brain
When arterial walls become thicker, the blood vessels become narrower and blood flow becomes poor. The main cause of this is long-term lifestyle-related diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure
2. Subjective symptoms of arteriosclerosis
The scary thing about arteriosclerosis is that there are no noticeable symptoms
Therefore, arteriosclerosis is often discovered during health checkups or blood tests. By the time symptoms appear, it is highly likely that arteriosclerosis has progressed significantly. For this reason, it is not uncommon for people to only become aware of arteriosclerosis after suffering a cerebral infarction or myocardial infarction
Symptoms also vary depending on the location of the arteriosclerosis
Below are the main areas and symptoms
| site | Symptoms |
| brain | Headache, dizziness, tinnitus, weakness in the arms and legs, slurred speech |
| heart | Even a little movement makes me feel nervous, and I get tired easily |
| feet | Numbness and pain in the legs even at rest |
3. Causes of arteriosclerosis
Arteriosclerosis is said to have a variety of causes
The main cause is daily lifestyle habits. People who fit the following categories are at high risk of developing arteriosclerosis
- Disrupted daily rhythms (eating, sleeping)
- lack of exercise
- High alcohol intake
- stressful
- Slightly obese
- 40 years or older
- Have a family member who has had angina or myocardial infarction
Did this apply to you? If so, be careful of arteriosclerosis
4. Treatment methods for arteriosclerosis
Arteriosclerosis, which can cause serious illnesses, can occur even if you are careful about your lifestyle habits
From here, we will briefly explain the treatment methods once you have developed arteriosclerosis
4-1. Common treatments for arteriosclerosis
There are two general treatments for arteriosclerosis:
- diet remedy
- drug therapy
As the name suggests, diet therapy involves reviewing your eating habits
This is a treatment method that mainly involves limiting alcohol intake and receiving advice from a doctor about eating a balanced diet
Drug therapy is used when dietary therapy does not improve the condition. Drugs that reduce cholesterol or dilate blood vessels to improve blood flow are used
However, if blood flow is extremely poor or the blood vessels are clogged, catheter therapy or surgical treatment is used. In such cases, arteriosclerosis worsens, often leading to diseases such as myocardial infarction and angina pectoris
4-2. Regenerative medicine
Regenerative therapy is a method of using cells to restore lost function
Humans are naturally endowed with the ability to regenerate, so this unique treatment method utilizes this ability to restore the body to its original state rather than using medication
Research into regenerative medicine is currently underway, and high hopes are being placed on treating diseases for which there is no treatment other than transplantation
reference:Regenerative Medicine Center | Introduction to each department
5. How to prevent arteriosclerosis
The way to prevent atherosclerosis is to improve your lifestyle
- Balanced diet
- Moderate exercise
- Drink alcohol in moderation
- no smoking
This is a basic principle, but it is the basis for prevention
It is also important to be aware of fish oil rather than meat oil. Fish oil can reduce cholesterol and neutral fats in the blood and improve blood flow, so be sure to consume it
In addition, aim to exercise for at least 30 minutes a day. It's important to do it within your limits. If you're having trouble improving your lifestyle habits, one option is to consult a doctor, so feel free to ask
6. Summary: The symptoms of arteriosclerosis are not noticeable, so be careful about your daily lifestyle habits
Atherosclerosis is a terrible disease that has no noticeable symptoms and can lead to serious illness
Many of the causes are related to lifestyle habits, making it a disease that is familiar to us in our daily lives. It is important to adjust your lifestyle to prevent arteriosclerosis. It is also important to be mindful of regular health checkups to detect arteriosclerosis early
It can be a life-threatening disease, so be sure to take care of your lifestyle and be careful on a daily basis
In addition, regenerative medicine using stem cells etc.A treatment method that has been proven effective in the field of preventing myocardial infarctionis.
Research and clinical trials are still ongoing, but regenerative medicine such as stem cells is still used as a treatment method. In the future, it will be developed as a more familiar treatment. We hope that you will take this opportunity to develop an interest in regenerative medicine, acquire knowledge about it, and actually consider treatment.
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