How much do you know about Peripheral Vascular Disease?

Peripheral Vascular Disease affects about eight million people in the United States. Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) causes the narrowing of vessels that carry blood to the legs, arms and other organs. Individuals with PVD are at greater risk for heart attack, stroke and loss of limbs. It is a very serious medical condition, yet the symptoms of PVD are often mistaken as signs of arthritis, fatigue or old age. Don't take chances with your vascular health - know the facts.

Symptoms for PVD may include:

Pain in extremities, cold extremities, numbness of limbs, lower extremity muscle weakness, ulcers on feet or legs that are slow to heal, aching pain in feet or toes when resting.

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  1. Cardiovascular (heart) problems such as high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke?

  2. A family history of diabetes or cardiovascular problems (immediate family such as parent, sister, brother)?

  3. Aching, cramping or pain in your legs when you walk or exercise, but then the pain goes away when you rest

  4. Pain in your toes or feet at night

  5. Ulcers or sores on your feet or legs that are slow to heal

  6. An inactive lifestyle?

  7. Do you smoke?

  8. Have you ever smoked?

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  • Aging
  • Family history of cardivascular disease
  • Smoking
  • Diabetes
  • High blood pressure
  • High cholesterol
  • Heart disease
  • Obesity
  • Previous stroke or heart attack
  • Sedentary lifestyle