Regular health assessments are particularly important for people with diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, or a strong family history of cardiovascular disease.
Can Clogged Arteries Be Reversed?
Although established atherosclerosis cannot always be completely reversed, its progression can often be slowed, and cardiovascular risk can be substantially reduced. In some circumstances, intensive treatment may lead to modest regression of plaque.
Treatment may include dietary changes, regular physical activity, smoking cessation, and medication to control cholesterol, blood pressure, or diabetes. Statins and other cholesterol-lowering medicines can reduce the risk of cardiovascular events in appropriate patients.