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9. Shortness of Breath

Sometimes, when an artery is blocked more than 70% by plaque, the build-up causes shortness of breath. This usually happens when the heart can't pump enough blood to meet the body's needs. Shortness of breath when you've done little to no exercise could signify a problem with the heart. Conditions such as coronary artery disease can be a result of atherosclerosis of the heart, and shortness of breath could be the only symptom.

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