India, April 12 -- A heart attack is a major life threat. It may feel sudden and dramatic, but in reality, the process has been going on for some time, with many factors coming together to shape the conditions for a cardiac event. It is important to understand what goes on in your arteries before it happens so you can step in for timely intervention.ALSO READ: Cardiologist warns of high heart attack risks after menopause; shares 5 signs: Neck pain, irregular heartbeats and more

HT Lifestyle in an interview spoke to Dr Asseem Dhall, director and head of department, cardiac sciences, ISIC Multispecialty Hospital, to understand the underlying process that ultimately leads to such a dramatic event.

He confirmed that it is indeed a culminati...