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The types of heart disease range from a minor arrhythmia — irregular heartbeat — to a major heart attack or stroke. Symptoms and causes vary, but each one carries its own risk factors, treatment, and, in many cases, preventive measures to avoid it altogether. Here we take a look at the most common types of heart disease related to inflammation and signs you can look for to identify each one:

 Cardiovascular disease: Cardiovascular disease, or atherosclerosis, is commonly known as hardening of the arteries. Cardiovascular disease is caused by a buildup of fatty plaques in your arteries which, over time, can make your arteries hard and stiff.Major risk factors of cardiovascular disease are smoking, being overweight, lack of exercise, and an unhealthy diet.

 Coronary artery disease: Coronary artery disease (CAD) occurs when fatty plaque builds up in the arteries of the heart, and the CDC lists it as the most common form of heart disease in the United States. More than 7 million Americans suffer from coronary artery disease, and an estimated 500,000 Americans die from it each year.The plaque buildup can lead to angina, or chest pain that occurs when the heart doesn’t receive enough blood, which can later lead to more serious problems such as heart failure, arrhythmia, or heart attack. Symptoms of coronary artery disease include chest pain or discomfort, shortness of breath, pain in the arms or shoulder, feeling lightheaded or faint, or pain in the jaw, neck, or back.