Filmmaker Rakesh Roshan says 'Both my carotid arteries to brain were above 75% blocked' in new post, here's what happens next

Rakesh Roshan was recently hospitalized for angioplasty and fans were concerned about the filmmaker’s health. The filmmaker has now shared a health update as he has been discharged from the hospital.

The veteran wrote- “This week has been truly eye opening, during a routine full body health check up the Dr conducting the sonography for the heart suggested I also do one for the neck. By chance we found out that although asymptomatic, both my carotid arteries to the brain were above 75% blocked. Which if ignored could be potentially dangerous.”

He added, “I immediately admitted myself into the hospital and got the preventative procedures done. I am back home now fully recovered and hope to get back to my workouts very soon. I hope this inspires others to stay on top of their health especially where the heart and brain is concerned. A heart CT and a carotid brain artery sonography ( which is often ignored completely) is a must for everyone above 45- 50 years old.”

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What happens if the carotid artery is blocked?
If the narrowing of the carotid arteries becomes severe enough that blood flow is blocked, it can cause a stroke. If a piece of plaque breaks off it can also block blood flow to the brain. This too can cause a stroke.

Living with Carotid Artery Disease

You can live a normal life with carotid artery disease — as previously mentioned, most people don’t even experience symptoms. But it’s critical that you be proactive about your health now to avoid an emergency later.