High Calcium score AND CAD

[Mark_1968]

Hi Friends

I’m trying to figure something out but Dr Google isn’t helping much because it’s full of contradictions and my cardiologist isn’t really answering my questions in a way that makes any sense.

Got a very high CAC score 944, and CAD in 5 arteries. Mild to moderate. No procedures at this point.

1) Is there anyone out there that has a moderate/high CAC score WITHOUT narrowings/blockages or for most of us with CAD do the 2 go together ?

2) My LAD is around 700 and long section of moderate disease. As I take high dose statins this disease will calcify which I understand is a good thing, but the artery will harden more and more at the same time. Does this hardening/narrowing of already hardened arteries actually block blood flow or just turn it into a stiffer “pipe” which we can live with for some time / many years or is this combination CAD and high CAC nailed on for an intervention?

3) Finally. I have seen many articles about reversing calcification. K2 Mk7/vit D+ calcium, chelation, high vit C etc etc etc Assuming regression of CAC was even possible, would we want to ? Surely we would just be disrupting the process of soft plaque calcification or disrupting already calcified safe plaque ?

I’d be most interested in any opinions out there…looking for a genius ! if you have answers to any of these questions.

Praying for all of your good health and peace of mind

Mark

[Jim987]

I was in the same situation 10 years ago. My cardiologist said there was nothing to worry about , but I should carry on with a statin permanently.

[Mark_1968 in reply to Jim987]

Hey Jim. Thanks for taking the time to reply. Gives me a little hope …. Just read one of your recent posts. I’m sorry you’re not feeling great and the question you pose:” What has happened to patient centred care, genetic profiling and personalised medicine? “ - that’s a very good question. I remember my first family doctor when I was growing up. He was a rock. Would pull out all the stops. Not saying there aren’t still great doctors out there but Times have certainly changed. Society has changed. It’s sad. Wishing you well my friend and hope you feel better very soon 🙏

[Jim987 in reply to Mark_1968]

Thanks Mark_1968

I hope you continue to feel well. We need to stay positive!

[Mark_1968 in reply to Jim987]

We do indeed Jim. Take care my friend 👍