The Long Term Effects Of High Cholesterol You Didn't Know About

Heart Attack

When cholesterol or plaque in the blood vessels rupture or tear, a blood clot may form and block the flow of blood and oxygen. In some cases, the blood clot might break free and plug an artery downstream. A heart attack occurs when blood flow to your heart stops. Heart attacks affect more than a million people each year and approximately half will die. Survivors may experience permanent heart problems. Symptoms include tightness or pain in the chest, lightheadedness, anxiety and abnormal heartbeat.

Learn about another condition that high cholesterol can lead to now.