Understanding Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis, or “athero” as we call it, is the progressive buildup of
in the arteries over time. One major cause is high levels of
, which play a role in the formation of plaque buildup.
For many of us, this plaque starts building up in our
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.