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Exercise And Peripheral Vascular Disease
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What Is It?
In peripheral vascular disease, not enough blood flows to the legs. It usually is caused by fatty deposits (called plaques) that build up along the walls of blood vessels. This buildup shrinks the size of the passageway and reduces the amount of blood that can flow through. Doctors call this atherosclerosis. The most common symptom is intermittent claudication, a cramping in the legs or buttocks when you exercise that goes away when you rest. The risk factors for getting peripheral...
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Exercise and Peripheral Arterial Disease
Since I knew almost nothing about peripheral arterial disease (PAD), I jumped at the chance to talk with Dr. Michael Jaff a few days ago.... Read more »
Why African-Americans are at Risk for Peripheral Artery Disease
Peripheral artery disease (P.A.D.) is a common circulatory problem, where narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to your limbs. P.A.D. is more... Read more »
Inflammation and PAD
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Peripheral Vascular Disease
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Peripheral Vascular Disease usually refers to atherosclerosis (development of fatty deposits that narrow arteries) in the peripheral arteries (often... Read more »
Symptoms of Peripheral Artery Disease
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
People with peripheral artery disease (PAD) may or may not have symptoms. Because of silent symptoms, many cases of PAD go undiagnosed.Intermittent... Read more »
Maintaining Vascular Health
Baby Boomers need to understand how to maintain a healthy vascular system as they become seniors. By 2015, the U.S. Census reports an expected 87... Read more »
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) Patient Guide
What is Peripheral Arterial Disease? Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is due to atherosclerosis – a progressive disease that involves the... Read more »
High Cholesterol a Threat to the Entire Vascular System (Not J...
Everyone understands the importance of maintaining healthy cholesterol levels to protect their heart, but many are not aware of how high cholesterol... Read more »
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