How Can Plaque Formation In The Arteries Be Treated?

Posted on Fri, 6 Apr 2018

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Question : IS THERE A WAY TO REDUCE OR ELIMINATE PLAQUE IN ARTERIES?

Answered by Dr. Bhanu Partap (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Diet, exercise, and medicines

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

After going through your medical details I understand your concern I would like to tell you, atherosclerosis or plaque formation is a progressive disease. Progression of this can be slow down with the help of diet, exercise, and medication but it can not be reversed back to normal.

I hope this information will answer your query.

Regards,
Dr. Bhanu Partap, Cardiologist

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