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Symptoms Of Peripheral Vascular Disease
- 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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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 »
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) Patient Guide
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Peripheral Artery Disease and Intermittent Claudication: Intro...
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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