Peripheral Arterial Disease

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common condition in which plaque buildup in the arteries reduces blood circulation. While PAD primarily affects the legs, feet, and toes, it can impact arteries in other parts of the body as well.

Reduced circulation caused by PAD can lead to symptoms such as leg pain, either at rest or during physical activity. Additional symptoms may include cramping, dry or discolored skin, slow-healing wounds, aching pain, and sensations of coldness, numbness, heaviness, or weakness in the legs.

What Are the Risk Factors for Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)?

Several factors increase the risk of developing PAD, including:

  • Tobacco use

  • Diabetes

  • Heart disease

  • High cholesterol

  • Age over 50

  • High blood pressure

How Is Peripheral Artery Disease Treated?

Several factors increase the risk of developing PAD, including:

  • Medications

  • Physical rehabilitation

  • Supervised walking therapy

  • Lifestyle modifications, such as improved diet and exercise

  • Minimally invasive procedures to clear blockages when necessary

Treatment

PAD can lead to sores on the feet and legs. If left untreated, these sores may not heal properly, increasing the risk of infection and potentially leading to amputation or critical limb ischemia (CLI) in severe cases. Additionally, PAD is linked to a higher risk of heart disease. Reduced blood flow to the heart can result in angina and increase the likelihood of heart attacks.

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