What Are Clogged Arteries?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
5. Short of Breath
Narrowing arteries, particularly of the heart, will affect the blood flow to this important organ. This, in turn, will mean that the heart is no longer able to pump blood as effectively as it should be. This will mean that there is not enough oxygen being circulated around the body.
With insufficient oxygen in the body, the patient begins to feel as though they are short of breath. The lack of oxygen can also result in the patient becoming fatigued. These symptoms are likely to get worse if the patient takes part in physical activities.
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