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Atherosclerosis |
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| Alternative Names: |
| Arteriosclerosis; Hardening of the arteries; Plaque buildup - arteries |
| Prevention: |
| Follow your doctor's recommendations for preventing plaque buildup, which may include a low-fat, low-cholesterol, and low-salt diet. Follow your doctor's recommendations for treatment and control of hypertension, diabetes and other diseases. Lose weight if you are overweight, and stop smoking if you smoke. Get regular exercise to improve the fitness of the heart and circulation. |
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