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Angina, itself, is not hereditary. However, there is a correlation between hereditary Heart disease and angina. Also, having family members who develop angina at an early age may predispose a person to also having it at an early age.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 9y agoThere's a genetic component; you may be more or less likely to develop the problem depending on your genetics. But there's also a large dietary component; after all, "you are what you eat". And there's a third factor; your activity level will also play a role.
In some cases, the genetic factors are paramount. For example, the fitness guru and long distance runner James Fixx knew that he was more susceptible to heart problems, and so he was diligently attentive to his diet. And still, he died abruptly while running at the age of 52.
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∙ 12y agoYes, It could be.
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What disease is responsible for the greatest number of heart attack deaths?
Coronary Artery Disease
What are the risks of having coronary heart disease?
Risk factors for coronary artery disease are:AgeSexFamily HistorySmokingHigh Blood PressureHigh CholesterolObesityPhysical InactivityHigh Stress
What is the most common cause of papillary muscle dysfunction?
coronary artery disease
Which STD has recently been implicated as a risk factor for coronary artery disease?
HPV infection
How do you know you have Heart diseases?
High blood pressure, coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, stroke, or rheumatic fever/rheumatic Heart disease can cause heart disease.
What is the most accurate classification of the common forms of coronary artery disease and hypertension?
sequential genetic disorder
What is the nations of leading cause of death?
heart diseasw
What is the abbreviation for coronary artery disease?
CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Graft)
What are some Artery diseases?
Coronary Artery Disease
What does coronary stenting follow?
after treatment for coronary artery disease.
Medical terminology for coronary artery disease?
Coronary Artery Disease or CAD is also sometimes called Atherosclerotic heart disease or cardiovascular disease (AHD or ACD).
What is coronary artery bypass surgery used to help prevent?
reduce the need for coronary bypass surgery.
What builds up during coronary artery disease?
coronary artery disease is a build-up of fatty matter and debris on the walls of the arteries.
What is coronary artery disease?
You can view common symptoms at: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov,www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/coronaryarterydisease.html, and www.mayoclinic.com/health/coronary-artery-disease/DS00064 .
Are Coronary artery disease and heart disease the same?
No; Coronary artery disease is a heart disease; or, CAD is one a disease that progresses into to Cardiomyopathy (heart disease) and MI. CAD is an aetiology of heart disease.
Is there any difference between coronary heart disease and coronary artery disease?
No. They are synonymous terms.
Is a coronary stent artificial?
A coronary stent is an artificial support device placed in the coronary artery to keep the vessel open after treatment for coronary artery disease.
