Treatments For Arteriosclerosis
Health Encyclopedia: Arteriosclerosis Of The Extremities
Peripheral vascular disease; PVD; Peripheral arterial disease; PAD; Arteriosclerosis obliterans
Treatment
Treatment focuses on the relief of symptoms and self-care to improve circulation.
Medications may be required to control the disorder, including pain relievers, blood thinners, and medications to enlarge (dilate) the affected artery or arteries.
Surgery is usually performed only on severe cases where the ability to work or pursue essential activities ...
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