HOW DOES AIR POLLUTION AFFECT THE RISK OF HEART ATTACK AND STROKE? A REVIEW BY DOCTORS
Expert opinion from Dr. Himanshu J. Vats
Doctor of Medicine (MBBS) · 1.5 years of experience · India
Air pollution can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke in a number of ways. Air pollution can irritate the airways and lungs, making it difficult for the heart to pump blood. This can lead to a heart attack. Air pollution can damage the blood vessels, making them more likely to clot. This can lead to a stroke. Air pollution can increase inflammation, which can damage the heart and blood vessels. This can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. Air pollution can increase the risk of blood pressure, which is a major risk factor for heart attack and stroke.
Expert opinion from Dr. Anet Varghese
Doctor of Medicine (MBBS) · 1 years of experience · India
When you breathe in poor quality air, the air pollutants can travel deep into your bloodstream through your lungs, and to your heart. This can increase your risk of developing heart and circulatory diseases. Air pollutants can damage your blood vessels by making them narrower and harder, leading to cardiovascular disease-related heart attacks and death. Longer-term exposure can lead to increased risk of cardiovascular mortality and decreases in life expectancy.
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Expert opinion from Dr. Mayank Saxena
Doctor of Medicine (MBBS) · 1 years of experience · India
Polluted air contains harmful gases which when absorbed in the blood can cause adverse effects on the cardiovascular system hence increasing risk of heart attack and stroke.
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