15 Symptoms of Ischemia

2. No Symptoms

There are not always symptoms of ischemia. This is called silent ischemia. When a person has ischemia and does not have any symptoms, it could cause a stroke or a heart attack to occur. This might happen out of nowhere. It is important to make sure that you are having regular checkups including bloodwork. If your doctor feels like you might have a blockage in one of your arteries or veins, they may order further testing to determine how much blockage is there. Once the blockage is found there are several treatment options. If the blockage is severe, surgery to remove the buildup can be ordered. Diet and exercise programs are often recommended for people who are overweight and suffering from blocked arteries. Your doctor will help you come up with a plan. Unfortunately, since sometimes symptoms do not appear, it can often be too late for treatment.