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  1. Mayo Clinic
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    Peripheral artery disease (PAD) - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo …

    • To diagnose peripheral artery disease (PAD), a healthcare professional examines you. You are usually asked questions about your symptoms and medical history. If you have peripheral artery dis… See more

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    The goals of treatment for peripheral artery disease (PAD) are: 1. Manage symptoms, such … See more

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    Foot care
    It's important to take good care of your feet. PAD can make it harder for cuts and sores on the lower legs and feet to heal. This is especially t… See more

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    Preparing For Your Appointment

    If you have leg pain or other symptoms of peripheral artery disease (PAD), make an appointment for a health checkup. You may need to see a doctor trained in blood vessel diseases, c… See more

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    Peripheral artery disease (PAD) - Symptoms and causes
    PAD is a condition in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the arms or legs. Learn about the symptoms, causes, risk factors, complications and treatment options for PAD from Mayo Clinic.
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  1. Treatment for vascular disease in the legs may include12345:
    • Lifestyle changes (such as regular exercise, good nutrition, and not smoking)
    • Medications (including blood thinners, statins, and vasodilators)
    • Aggressive management of risk factors (such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol)
    • Surgery (for more severe cases)
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    Therapy typically includes changes to diet and exercise, smoking cessation, and, if appropriate, medications including blood thinners to dissolve clots, statins to reduce cholesterol, and vasodilators, which widen the blood vessels.

    Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) > Fact …

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    Treatment may include: Lifestyle changes to control risk factors. These include regular exercise, good nutrition, and not smoking. Aggressive treatment of other problems that may worsen PVD. These include diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. Medicines to improve blood flow.

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    Treatment for peripheral artery disease may include:

    • Lifestyle changes.
    • Medicine.
    • Surgery.

    Peripheral artery disease (PAD) - Diagnos…

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    Therefore, the treatment for PAD includes aggressively managing heart attack and stroke risk factors: quitting smoking controlling diabetes and blood pressure lowering low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and triglycerides taking anticoagulants to prevent blood clots incorporating medically supervised exercise into your daily life

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    Treatment varies based on the severity of the disease. When peripheral artery disease is diagnosed in the early stages of the disease, lifestyle changes often are enough to treat it. Quitting smoking; eating a healthier diet; and controlling high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes — along with a daily walking program — can help.

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    Is there a cure for peripheral vascular disease?
    Although there’s no cure for PAD, you can manage it. You can help keep peripheral vascular disease from progressing in several ways: Not using tobacco products. Exercising regularly. Limiting fat and following a healthy diet. Managing your risk factors, such as diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure. How do I take care of myself?

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    How is vasculitis treated?

    Dr. Robert H. Shmerling

    M.D. Senior Faculty Editor, Harvard Health Publishing · 30 years of exp

    The treatment of vasculitis varies, depending on the type of vasculitis, which parts of the body are affected, the severity of the disease and the health conditions of the affected person. Sometimes, no specific treatment is required. For example, if a new medication triggers vasculitis limited to the skin, stopping the medication may be all that’s necessary. In other cases, there is an underlying condition (such as infection) that is causing the vasculitis; in such a case, treatment of the infection is essential. In other cases, one or more of the following treatments may be recommended: • Corticosteroids – examples include prednisone, methylprednisolone, and dexamethasone • Medications that suppress the immune system – examples include mycophenolate, methotrexate, azathioprine, cyclophosphamide, rituximab, tocilizumab, mepolizumab • Therapeutic apheresis, a procedure that removes cells or other substances from the blood that are thought to be involved in disease development For each of these, the risk of side effects must be weighed carefully against the significant risks of vasculitis and its complications.
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    What should I do if I have vascular disease?
    With vascular disease, the best thing you can do is stay vigilant. Don’t skip any medical checkups or medicine doses. Because some vascular issues run in families, sharing health information with your family can help them prevent and be on the lookout for vascular disease.

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    Are vascular diseases treatable?
    Many vascular diseases are treatable if you get a diagnosis in the early stages of vasculopathy. Lifestyle changes can prevent and treat some vascular problems.

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    Can cold laser therapy help peripheral artery disease of the leg?

    Dr. Anet Varghese

    Doctor of Medicine (MBBS) · 1 years of exp

    Yes, cold laser therapy may help in the treatment of peripheral artery disease of the leg. Other treatment modes like angioplasty and stenting are also recommended.
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    What sort of physician treats vasculitis?

    Dr. Yalin Wang

    Doctor of Medicine (MBBS) · 6 years of exp

    Vasculitis is usually recommended to be treated by a vascular surgeon. Vasculitis is a common disease in vascular surgery. Vasculitis, or thrombo-occlusive vasculitis, is caused by unexplained vascular occlusion and arterial occlusion, triggered by smoking, cold, and humidity, and occurs mostly in young men, with the main symptoms of lower limb pain, coldness, numbness, and intermittent claudication.
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  3. Mayo Clinic
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    Peripheral artery disease (PAD) - Symptoms and causes

    Aug 9, 2024 · PAD is a condition in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the arms or legs. Learn about the symptoms, causes, risk factors, complications and treatment options for PAD from Mayo Clinic.

  4. Cleveland Clinic
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    Vascular Disease: Types, Causes, Symptoms and …

    Mar 22, 2022 · Learn about the different types of vascular disease that affect your arteries, veins and blood clots. Find out the common causes, symptoms and treatment options for each condition.

  5. Healthline
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    The Stages of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD): An Easy …

    Feb 12, 2024 · PAD is a circulatory condition caused by plaque buildup in the arteries, especially in the legs. Learn about the four stages of PAD, from asymptomatic to acute limb ischemia, and how to prevent...

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    Lower Extremity Peripheral Artery Disease: Diagnosis …

    Mar 15, 2019 · Treatment of PAD includes lifestyle modifications—including smoking cessation and supervised exercise therapy—plus secondary prevention medications, including antiplatelet therapy,...

  7. Peripheral arterial disease

    Also known as: peripheral artery disease, PAD
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    One or more of these treatment options may be suggested by your provider.
    Treatment aims at managing the symptoms and preventing progression of atherosclerosis. Lifestyle changes are the primary treatment options, followed by medications and surgical procedures.
    Medication

    Statins: Drugs to reduce blood cholesterol levels.

    Atorvastatin . Fluvastatin


    Antihypertensives: To manage high blood pressure.

    Chlorothiazide . Chlorthalidone


    Antidiabetics: Help control blood sugar levels.

    Glimepiride/Pioglitazone


    Blood thinners: To prevent blood clots.

    Apixaban . Dabigatran


    Symptom-relief medications: To improve blood flow to the limbs.

    Cilostazol


    Thrombolytics: Clot dissolving drugs are injected into the artery at the site of the block.

    Streptokinase

    Procedures

    Angioplasty: A balloon tipped catheter is used to open the blocked artery walls to improve blood flow.

    Bypass surgery: Blood vessel from another part of the body is used to bypass a blocked artery.

    Self-care

    Always talk to your provider before starting anything.

    • Quit smoking
    • Exercise regularly
    • Keep a check on sugar levels and blood pressure

    Nutrition

    Foods to eat:

    • Fresh fruits and vegetables
    • Foods rich in soluble fiber: e.g. oatmeal and beans
    • Complex carbohydrate Foods: e.g. whole -wheat bread, broccoli, legumes, brown rice

    Foods to avoid:

    • High fat Foods: e.g. red meat, doughnut, cookies
    • Foods rich in simple carbohydrates such as potato, candies
    • Alcohol
    • High salt and sodium Foods: e.g. chips, sausage

    Specialist To Consult

    Vascular medicine specialist

    Specializes in diagnosis and management of disorders that affect the arteries, veins and lymphatic systems.

    Cardiologist

    Specializes in the diagnosis and management heart related disorders.

    Podologist

    Specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of foot diseases.

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  8. Cleveland Clinic
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    Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD): Symptoms & Treatment

  9. Johns Hopkins Medicine
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    Diagnosing and Treating Peripheral Arterial Disease

    Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a narrowing of the arteries outside of the heart and brain, often caused by atherosclerosis. It can lead to ischemia, cramping, numbness and hair loss in the legs. Learn how to diagnose and …

  10. Society for Vascular Surgery
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    Peripheral Artery Disease | Society for Vascular Surgery

  11. CDC
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    About Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) | Heart Disease …

    May 15, 2024 · PAD is the narrowing or blockage of the vessels that carry blood from the heart to the legs, usually caused by atherosclerosis. Learn about the signs, symptoms, risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of PAD …

  12. NHLBI, NIH
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    Peripheral Artery Disease - Treatment - NHLBI, NIH

    Mar 24, 2022 · Learn about the goals, options, and benefits of treating PAD, a condition that affects the arteries in your legs. Find out how lifestyle changes, medicines, exercise, and procedures can help you manage your symptoms …