Atherosclerosis

Atherosclerosis is a deposit of fatty substances that build up in the inside lining of a person's arteries. This causes heart attacks, strokes, and death. It is usually called plaque and it can get harder as people get older. If someone gets atherosclerosis, it can damage the arteries and it worsens if that person smokes. Some factors of the deposits are obesity, cigarettes, and high blood pressure. It can be hard to spot because some people don't show symptoms. You can prevent atherosclerosis by leading a healthy life of exercise and never smoking.