What causes someone to have a heart attack?
What causes someone to have a heart attack?
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Heart attacks are usually caused by a blockage in the coronary arteries, typically due to a buildup of plaque. This can decrease the flow of oxygen-rich blood to the heart, causing chest pain and other symptoms. Heart attack risk factors include smoking, physical inactivity, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and diabetes. Stress can also be a factor. Women often experience heart attacks differently than men, such as with shortness of breath or nausea rather than chest pain.
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What causes someone to have a heart attack?
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Heart attacks are caused by a disruption in the blood supply to the heart, usually due to a blockage from fat and cholesterol buildup in the arteries. Other potential causes include smoking, high blood pressure, diabetes, stress, family history of heart disease and increasing age.
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