{"id":15356,"date":"2021-03-30T09:07:10","date_gmt":"2021-03-30T09:07:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/epicheartandvascular.com\/?p=15356"},"modified":"2022-01-21T11:00:19","modified_gmt":"2022-01-21T11:00:19","slug":"10-signs-of-peripheral-artery-disease-what-to-look-for","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/epicheartandvascular.com\/es\/10-signs-of-peripheral-artery-disease-what-to-look-for\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Signs of Peripheral Artery Disease: What to Look For"},"content":{"rendered":"

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) and coronary artery disease are both caused by atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is the process of arteries narrowing and becoming blocked over time by plaque.<\/p>\n

When the arteries of the heart are affected then it leads to coronary artery disease but any arteries are susceptible to plaque buildup. Peripheral arteries are those away from the heart and PAD is most often seen in the legs.<\/p>\n

Risk Factors<\/h2>\n

Peripheral artery disease is most often diagnosed in older adults. Usually, those over 50 are at the most risk even if other factors are present. Having poor circulation to the legs, however, puts many younger patients at risk. The two most common causes of poor circulation are diabetes and smoking.<\/p>\n

If you or your family have a history of PAD, heart disease, or stroke, it\u2019s important to watch for early symptoms. Managing your weight, blood pressure, and cholesterol and help reduce your risk.<\/p>\n

Symptoms of PAD<\/h2>\n

If you are at risk for developing peripheral artery disease or other vascular conditions, you should see a specialist regularly. Many of the symptoms of PAD can be mild or mimic other conditions, making it easy to miss and go undiagnosed.<\/p>\n