Understanding Atherosclerosis

Atherosclerosis, or “athero” as we call it, is the progressive buildup of plaque in the arteries over time. One major cause is high levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol, which play a role in the formation of plaque buildup.

For many of us, this plaque starts building up in our arteries in early adulthood and gets worse over time.

While LDL cholesterol is a major health factor, here are a few other factors that can contribute to the progression of athero.

• A family history of early heart disease
• Diabetes
• High blood pressure
• Cigarette smoking
• Overweight/obesity

Should You Be Concerned?

If you have high cholesterol, athero may be something to be concerned about.

Find out if you have health factors that can contribute to the progression of atherosclerosis. Talk with your doctor about it and ask if CRESTOR^® (rosuvastatin calcium) is right for you.

In the meantime, you can learn more about what steps you can take to help slow the progression of athero.

  Sign up for a Take Action Kit now and get a 30-day free trial of CRESTOR.

The information on this Web site should not take the place of talking with your doctor or health care professional about how to manage and treat your cholesterol. If you have any questions about your condition, or if you would like more information about CRESTOR or cholesterol, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Only you and your doctor can decide if CRESTOR is right for you.

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CRESTOR is licensed by AstraZeneca from Shionogi & Co LTD, Osaka, Japan.