Coping with Peripheral Artery Disease

A buildup of plaque in the arteries of your legs and arms is what causes peripheral arterial disease, often known as PAD. Plaque is made up of cholesterol and lipids. Because of this, your blood will have a more difficult time transporting oxygen and nutrients to the tissues in those places. PAD is a chronic condition, but it is treatable if you engage in regular physical activity, consume less fat in your diet, and refrain from using tobacco products. Plaque buildup...
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A buildup of plaque in the arteries of your legs and arms is what causes peripheral arterial disease, often known as PAD.
Plaque is made up of cholesterol and lipids. Because of this, your blood will have a more difficult time transporting oxygen and nutrients to the tissues in those places.
PAD is a chronic condition, but it is treatable if you engage in regular physical activity, consume less fat in your diet, and refrain from using tobacco products.
Plaque buildup in your leg arteries, which carry oxygen- and nutrient-rich blood from your heart to your arms and legs, is what causes peripheral arterial disease (PAD), also known as peripheral vascular disease or peripheral artery disease. Other names for this condition include peripheral artery disease and peripheral vascular disease.
Arteries have a smooth lining that prevents blood from clotting and supports steady blood flow.
Arteries are shaped like hollow tubes and have this smooth lining. When you have peripheral arterial disease, plaque (which is formed of fat, cholesterol, and other chemicals) that forms gradually inside your artery walls will steadily constrict your arteries.
This is because peripheral artery disease causes plaque to form. Atherosclerosis is another name for this plaque buildup in the arteries.