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Coronary Artery Disease
What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Coronary Artery Disease?
The most common symptoms of CAD are:
• Chest pain or chest discomfort (angina), or pain in one or both arms, the left shoulder, neck, jaw or back.
• Shortness of breath.
The severity of symptoms varies widely. Your symptoms may become more severe as your coronary arteries become narrower due to the buildup of plaque (atherosclerosis).
In some people, the first sign of CAD is a heart attack. A heart attack occurs when plaque in a coronary artery breaks apart, causing a blood clot or clots to form and block the artery.
What Is Coronary Artery Disease?
What Causes Coronary Artery Disease?
What Makes Coronary Artery Disease More Likely?
How is Coronary Artery Disease Diagnosed?
