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Imagine having blocked arteries in your legs and not knowing it. At first, there may be no symptoms at all. Just occasional ...
The blood vessels in your hands and feet constrict when it’s cold to prevent heat loss from your core. Some people tend to have colder feet and hands naturally, without an underlying disease.
If you suffer from swollen feet due to hot weather, there are simple steps you can take at home to help relieve the ...
Peripheral Vascular Disease Symptoms. Only about 60% of the individuals with peripheral vascular disease have symptoms. Almost always, symptoms are caused by the leg muscles not getting enough blood.
Like PAD and diabetes, smoking damages your small blood vessels and affects blood flow to your feet. It also makes it harder for your body to heal. Those things raise your risk of amputation.
Diuretics - sometimes called "water pills" - increase the amount of water the body expels. They are taken widely, including for heart failure. In high temperatures, they increase the dangers of ...