What is the carotid artery?
The carotid artery is a blood vessel that supplies the brain with blood and oxygen.
Carotid artery disease is a common, serious pathology that affects these arteries. The disease occurs when the carotid artery becomes filled with plaque. As a result, the brain is no longer supplied with blood, which is an indicator of the risk of stroke.
Lifestyle changes and drug therapy help improve the condition, therefore, it is an effective means of preventing any possible complications.
The carotid artery is an important part of the circulatory system - through it, the brain, face and neck are supplied with the necessary oxygen and blood.
Carotid artery damage can be caused by the following conditions:
- Carotid artery disease;
- Carotid artery aneurysm;
- Carotid artery dissection;
- Fibromuscular dysplasia.
Call emergency medical services if you have any of the following symptoms:
- Drooping or paralysis on one side of your face;
- Slurred speech or trouble forming words;
- Sudden loss of vision in one or both eyes;
- Muscle weakness;
- Loss of sensation in one or both parts of your body.
Source:
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/21492-carotid-artery
