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Unit 14: Phsyiological Disorders HW Notes (Distinction!)
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  • unit 14 coronary heart disease hw info sheet
  • btec health and social care
  • btec health and socila care level 3

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CHD
coronary heart disease




What is the cause?

Coronary heart disease (CHD) is generally caused by a buildup of fatty
deposits (atheroma) on2the artery walls around the heart (coronary
arteries). The buildup of atheroma narrows the arteries, limiting the
supply of blood to the heart muscle. This is known as atherosclerosis Figure 1: Illustration of artery build up
(Blausen.com staff, 2014)
(NHS Choices,2019)

Symptoms
The main symptoms of CHD:
• chest pain
• shortness of breath
• pain throughout the body
• feeling faint
• nausea
However, not everyone experiences the same symptoms, and some people may not experience any
at all before being diagnosed with coronary heart disease (NHS Choices,2019).


Celebrities with CHD




Bill Clinton
Toni Braxton
For many years, the former US president has
Toni Braxton was diagnosed with pericarditis
suffered from heart illness; he had a
(heart inflammation) and excessive blood
quadruple coronary bypass in 2004 and
pressure at 37. She is now taking beta-
surgery to clear a clogged artery in 2010.
blockers, avoiding salt and fat, and exercising
(Patient, 2017). Clinton attributes his present good health to
losing weight, eating a vegan diet, and
exercising regularly (Patient, 2017).
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