Peripheral artery disease - legs
Alternate Names : Peripheral vascular disease, PVD, PAD, Arteriosclerosis obliterans, Blockage of leg arteries, 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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Atherosclerosis of the extremities
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Atherosclerosis of the extremities is a disease of the peripheral blood vessels that is characterized by narrowing and hardening of the arteries that supply the legs and feet. The narrowing of the arteries causes a decrease in blood flow. Symptoms include leg pain, numbness, cold legs or feet and muscle pain in the thighs, calves or feet.
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