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heart disease atherosclerosis
How do the following diseases of the circulatory system affect the rest of the circulatory system?
1. Atherosclerosis 2. Coronary Artery Disease 3. Aortic insufficiency 4. Congestive heart failure 5. Valve stenosis
1. Atherosclerosis arteries are blood vessels that carry oxygen and nutrients from the heart to the rest of his body. Healthy arteries are flexible, strong and elastic. Over time, however, too much pressure in your arteries may make the walls thick and stiff – sometimes restricting the flow of blood to your organs and tissues. This process is called arteriosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries. 2-Disease coronary artery Coronary arteries are major blood vessels that supply your heart with blood, oxygen and nutrients. When these arteries are damaged or diseased – Usually due to a buildup of fatty deposits called plaques – is known as coronary artery disease. 3. Aortic insufficiency valve insufficiency aortic, also known as aortic insufficiency or aortic incompetence is a condition that occurs when the heart's aortic valve does not close tightly. In this condition, some of the blood pumping just your heart leaks back into it. The leaking of the blood may prevent your heart to pump blood efficiently to the rest of your body. If your heart is not working efficiently, you may feel fatigue and shortness of breath. 4. Congestive Heart Failure Heart failure, also known as congestive heart failure (CHF), means your heart can not pump enough blood to meet the needs of his body. Over time, conditions such as heart disease or high blood pressure gradually leave your heart too weak or stiff to fill and pump efficiently. 5. Valve stenosis Pulmonary valve stenosis is a condition in which blood flow from the heart to the lungs is obstructed by a valve lung deformity. The disorder usually present at birth. Occasionally adults with pulmonary valve stenosis is a complication of another illness. Ranks of the pulmonary valve stenosis without symptoms of mild to severe and debilitating, most cases are mild. Mild pulmonary stenosis does not usually worsen with time, but moderate and severe cases may progress and require surgery. Fortunately, treatment is highly successful, and most people with pulmonary valve stenosis can expect to lead normal lives. Be careful, as always! OIRAM