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Bookmark or Share- Coarctation of the aorta - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicRarely, coarctation of the aorta can happen later in life. Conditions or events that can narrow the aorta and cause this condition include: Traumatic injury. An extreme buildup of cholesterols and fats in the arteries, called atherosclerosis. A rare type of swelling and irritation of blood vessels in the heart, called Takayasu arteritis. Risk ...
- Spinal stenosis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicOverview. Spinal stenosis happens when the space inside the backbone is too small. This can put pressure on the spinal cord and nerves that travel through the spine.
- Arteriosclerosis / atherosclerosis - Symptoms and causesAtherosclerosis is the buildup of fats, cholesterol and other substances in and on the artery walls. This buildup is called plaque. The plaque can cause arteries to narrow, blocking blood flow. The plaque also can burst, leading to a blood clot. Although atherosclerosis is often considered a heart condition, it can affect arteries anywhere in ...
- Peripheral artery disease (PAD) - Symptoms and causesPeripheral artery disease (PAD) is often caused by a buildup of fats, cholesterol and other substances in and on the artery walls, a condition called atherosclerosis. The buildup is called plaque. Plaque can cause arteries to narrow, blocking blood flow. In PAD, plaque collects in the arteries of the arms or legs. Less common causes of PAD include:
- Narrow stools: Should I be concerned? - Mayo ClinicNarrow stools that happen now and then probably are harmless. But in some cases, narrow stools — especially if pencil thin — may be a sign that the colon is narrowing or has a blockage. And that could be due to colon cancer. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) also may cause changes in the size of your stools.
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