What are the heart disease causes & risk factors?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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With time, raised blood sugar levels can damage the blood vessels and nerves that control the heart. Additionally, people with diabetes are also more likely to have other conditions that raise the risk for heart disease such as high blood pressure and deranged cholesterol or triglyceride levels.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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