Blocked Leg Arteries In Diabetics
Poor circulation and blockage of blood in the leg arteries produces an aching, tired, and sometimes burning
Alternative Names
Peripheral artery disease; Claudication; Intermittent claudication; Vaso-occlusive disease of the legs; Arterial insufficiency of the legs; Recurrent leg pain and cramping; Calf pain with exercise
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