What about left carotid atherosclerosis?

The treatment of left carotid atherosclerosis includes lifestyle adjustment, drug therapy, surgical treatment, etc., which should be checked regularly and followed by medical advice. Left carotid atherosclerosis requires comprehensive treatment methods, including lifestyle adjustment, drug therapy and surgical treatment, to prevent the occurrence of carotid stenosis and stroke. Lifestyle modification is the basis of treatment, including smoking cessation, weight control, low salt and low fat diet, moderate exercise, etc. Drug treatment mainly includes antiplatelet drugs (eg aspirin, clopidogrel), statins (such as atorvastatin, rosuvastatin), etc., to prevent thrombosis and stabilize plaque. Surgical treatment is mainly suitable for severe carotid stenosis (More than 70%) or symptomatic patients, including carotid endarterectomy and carotid stenting. In addition, patients with left carotid atherosclerosis need regular neck vascular ultrasound to monitor the progression of plaques. If symptoms such as dizziness, amaurosis, aphasia, etc. occur, seek medical attention promptly for further examination and treatment. In short, the left carotid atherosclerosis needs to be paid attention to and comprehensive treatment methods should be adopted to prevent stroke. At the same time, regular physical examination and follow-up are also important measures for prevention and treatment of carotid atherosclerosis.