Carotid Stenosis

Carotid artery stenosis is narrowing of the carotid arteries. These arteries deliver oxygenated blood from the heart to the brain. Narrowing of the carotid arteries can cause a stroke or symptoms of a stroke and should be treated right away.

What are the symptoms of carotid stenosis in the neck?

Carotid Artery Blockage Symptoms

• Blurred vision or vision loss.
• Confusion.
• Memory loss.
• Numbness or weakness in part of your body or one side of your body.
• Problems with thinking, reasoning, memory and speech.