There is often a family history in the various types of arterial disease. Aneurysms appear to be familial in some cases, particularly among women and it may be wise for the next generation to be examined carefully by a doctor. This applies especially to those who suffer from an inherited … What causes peripheral arterial disease?Read more
The earliest symptom or complaint is usually pain in the calf or thighs on exercise (intermittent claudication). As the arteries to the legs are narrowed or blocked, the blood supply to the muscles during exercise is impaired. There is an increased demand for blood supply to the muscles during walking, … How does a patient know he has peripheral arterial disease?Read more
Diseases of the arteries are common; the best known is coronary artery disease. This is the narrowing of the coronary arteries which supply blood to the heart and it can lead to a heart attack. The process which causes the arteries to block is called atherosclerosis; fatty substances accumulate in … What is peripheral arterial disease?Read more