At what age does being a man classify you as a risk factor for cardiovascular disease?

Being classified as a man is considered a risk factor for cardiovascular disease starting at the age of 45. This is based on epidemiological studies showing that men have a higher incidence of cardiovascular disease compared to women, and the risk increases significantly as men age. The age of 45 is recognized as a threshold where the risk becomes pronounced, largely due to changes in hormonal levels, lifestyle factors, and the accumulation of cardiovascular risk factors such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, and diabetes that often emerge or are detected around this age. This classification is part of broader cardiovascular risk assessment guidelines that consider age, gender, family history, and other health indicators to evaluate an individual’s risk for developing heart conditions.