If hardening of the arteries develops in the arteries of the heart, a person may experience symptoms comparable to a heart attack, including chest pain and shortness of breath. Symptoms of atherosclerosis in the arteries to the brain often include lack of feeling in the arms and legs, trouble...
A major part of diagnosis of this condition involves the medical history of the patient. Certain non-invasive tests, such as ultrasound imaging, may be used in diagnosis. Angiography, an invasive test, may be used as well. When arteries of the legs or brain are affected, computed tomography...