how do you unblock clogged arteries?

Answer 1

The docs can do balloon angioplasty or bypass surgery.

Answer 2

A couple of good responses here especially the one from Shelty K. I won't repeat any of the advice but I will tell you that I have just come home after having angioplasty. You do not want to wait until this is your only option. They insert a catheter into the femoral artery at the groin. They can not give anaesthetic and it is the most painful thing I have ever lived through. Clogged arteries can be treated before this becomes necessary. Please deal with your cholesterol now if you have any doubts. In the long run you will be very grateful you did.

Answer 3

from what I have heard there are a variety of medical procedures.
The most common one is where are a catheter is placed near the clogged artery and air or liquid is enteredd into to unclog the artery the more invasive procedure is still a surgical intervention i.e triple or quadruple by-pass surgery. The best way would be to prevent the arteries from being clogged I donèt know what can be done from a non surgical perspective to un clog ther arteries.

Answer 4

Well Angioplasty is the last ditch.
Consult with your physician and discuss medication to help reduce arterial blockage. Zymvastatin and an Aspirin daily will help to get the ball rolling so to speak. Then it is a matter of low cholesterol diets avoidance of smoking and alcohol. Whilst the last two don't produce cholesterol they narrow arteries.

Various medications are available for different peoples tolerance so it is essential to have a cholesterol test done and consult with your doctor about medication suitable for your history and a referral to a dietitian

Answer 5

All of the above answers are good, lifestyle changes will lower you cholesterol the cause of the blocked arteries...but it won't alter the blocks that are already there. If this is what you are concerned with talk to your doctor about testing for your coronary arteries etc.. But make the lifestyle changes you will live a much longer healthier life.

Answer 6

By eating healthy (fruits, vegetables, minimal fat) and exercising at least 30 minutes, 3-5 times a week, and not smoking. Basically you have to lower your LDL and elevate your HDL. They also have some medications that help you unblock your arteries but you have to get a prescription for them.

Answer 7

What no one has mentioned is that the body will naturally clear arteries over time, but this takes a very long time and very strict adherence to low-fat, low-cholesterol diet plus exercise to help. Some people (and doctors) extoll the virtues of fish oil extract and niacin. Go research those.

Answer 8

Angioplasty, an invasive medical procedure with some risks.

Get your cholesterol checked if you have worries about this. Make some lifestyle changes under medical supervision including a lot fat diet and exercise. Medications can also help with cholesterol and are sometimes necessary.

Answer 9

angioplasty, stenting or bypass surgery