Do I Have Coronary Artery Disease?

Do you have chest pain, discomfort, heaviness, pressure or tightness in your chest?

Are your chest pain usually caused by physical or emotional stress?

Does your chest pain usually disappear within a few minutes after the cessation of stressful activity?

Does physical exertion or exercise make your symptoms worse?

Do you have a sharp pain in the neck, arm or back?

Do you have shortness of breath or extreme fatigue with exertion?

Do you have heart palpitations (the feeling that your heart is pounding, fluttering or skipping beats)?

Do you have a rapid heartbeat?

Do you have weakness or dizziness?

Do you have nausea?

Are you sweating of have a clammy skin?

Have your symptoms gotten worse over time?

Do you have an inactive lifestyle, with no time for regular exercise?

Does your diet include fried, fatty food and snacks (a diet high in saturated fats, trans fat, and cholesterol) and high amounts of salt and sugar?

Do you drink alcohol daily (more than two drinks if you are a man and more than one drink if you are a woman) or regularly drink excessive amounts of alcohol?

Do you or did you smoke?

Do you have a family history of heart problems?

Have you been diagnosed with any of the following health conditions: high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol and triglycerides levels, diabetes, sleep apnea, or some inflammatory rheumatologic conditions (e.g. rheumatoid arthritis or lupus)?

Based on your answers it is unlikely that you have coronary artery disease (CAD). Coronary arteries are the major blood vessels that supply your heart with blood, nutrients and oxygen. The symptoms of coronary artery disease appear when your coronary arteries become damaged or diseased for some reason. Usually, the main reasons for this health condition are plaques in your arteries (cholesterol-containing deposits) and inflammation, which can cause varying degrees of clogging of your arteries. A complete blockage leads to a heart attack. By leading a healthy and active lifestyle you can prevent coronary artery disease and keep your blood vessels in a good shape.

Based on your answers there is a possibility that you have coronary artery disease. Coronary artery disease (CAD) also called coronary heart disease (CHD) is a medical condition in which your coronary arteries narrow, so they cannot bring enough oxygen-rich blood and nutrients into your heart. The plaque in the artery wall is usually responsible for this health condition. As plaque progress, it narrows your coronary arteries, reducing blood flow to your heart. The symptoms may differ from person to person and some people do not have any before CAD is diagnosed. If you have any discomfort or chest pain, this should be checked by a doctor.

Based on your answers there is a high possibility that you have coronary artery disease (CAD). Coronary artery disease is a serious medical condition in which your coronary arteries become too narrow, usually due to a buildup of plaque in the artery wall. CAD can lead to serious complications such as a heart attack and stroke. It is the most common type of heart disease in the U.S. causing more than 370,000 deaths every year. Treatment includes lifestyle changes, medicines, surgery, or a combination of these treatment methods. You should seek medical attention immediately if you have persistent chest pain, as this may indicate a heart attack.