What to do if there is plaque in the blood vessels

Blood vessels are important tissues in the human body. Used to maintain nutrient exchange and blood circulation in the human body. As the pace of life quickens, more and more people will suffer from cardiovascular diseases. And vascular plaque is one of them. We are all familiar with plaques. The growth of a single patch may be the deposition of pigment. It may also be caused by unhealthy lifestyle habits. So what should we do if there are plaques in our blood vessels? Let’s take a look at it together.

[1] Physical examination revealed plaque formation in the arteries, most commonly in the carotid artery. The formation of arterial plaques not only indicates systemic arteriosclerosis, but also significantly increases the incidence of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. The risk factors that cause arterial plaque formation mainly include family history of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, obesity, smoking, etc.

【II】The treatment methods for arterial plaque are:

1. Actively control risk factors: For example, patients with hypertension should control their blood pressure below 140/90 mmHg. It is recommended to use long-acting antihypertensive drugs taken orally once a day, and the use of short-acting nitroglycerin (nitroglycerin) is especially not recommended. At the same time, blood sugar and blood lipids should be controlled at ideal levels. We need to change our unhealthy lifestyle and eat a low-salt, low-fat diet; quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption; increase physical exercise and lose or control weight. And maintain a good spirit and attitude.

2. Drug treatment: 1. Prevent platelet aggregation and reduce blood viscosity: aspirin 75mg/day, or Bayer aspirin 100mg/day; 2. Take Chinese medicine for promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis: such as Xinnaokang, Wei Naolutong, Buchang Naoxintong, etc. orally; 3. Drugs to control and slow down the progression of arterial plaques: Current studies have proven that effective drugs include: statins lipid-lowering drugs such as atorvastatin, as well as procalcitonin and folic acid. Statins can stabilize or reduce plaques and are a relatively safe treatment. 4. Surgical treatment: If arteriosclerotic plaques are formed and accompanied by severe arterial stenosis, endarterectomy or stent placement may sometimes be required. However, due to certain risks and complications, there must be clear indications for surgery. 5. Regular follow-up: Observe the size and nature of the plaques, consult a neurologist promptly, and adjust medication to control the progression of the disease.