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What is PAD?

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What is PAD? 

PAD is short for Peripheral Arterial Disease. PAD is caused by a blockage or narrowing of the arteries in the legs when fatty deposits called plaque buildup. The buildup of plaque causes the arteries to harden and narrow, which is called atherosclerosis. This results in a reduction of blood flow to the legs and feet. This is commonly referred to as poor circulation.

PAD occurs most often in the arteries in the legs, but it can also affect other arteries that carry blood outside the heart. This includes arteries that go to the aorta, the brain, the arms, the kidneys, and the stomach.

PAD affects 8 to 12 million Americans, and one in every five people over the age of 70 has the disease. PAD and diabetes are the leading causes of foot or leg amputations in the United States.

The symptoms of PAD include the following:

  • Fatigue, tiredness, or pain in your legs, thighs, or buttocks that always happens when you walk but goes away when you rest.
  • Foot or toe pain at rest that often disturbs your sleep.
  • Skin wounds or ulcers on your feet or toes that are  slow to heal  (or that do not heal for 8 to 12 weeks)

Early detection of PAD can offer an opportunity to treat risk factors that can slow the progression of the disease and decrease the chance of heart attack and stroke.

If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms and are seeking medical treatment. Please call to schedule your appointment today!

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