Best Doctors for Peripheral Arterial Disease Treatment in Khammam

Peripheral artery disease or PAD, is a condition that develops when deposits of plaque (sticky-substance containing cholesterol and other materials) accumulate in the arteries (blood vessels) of the extremities (arms and legs). This accumulation of deposits of plaque makes it hard for the blood vessels to carry oxygen, blood, and other nutrients to the tissues of the extremities. These deposits of plaque causes the blood vessels to become narrow or blocked completely. Complete blockage of the blood vessels causes gangrene to develop. A few known risk factors that are associated with peripheral artery disease include, age 50 years or more, diabetes, high blood pressure, dyslipidemia, obesity, and smoking. Patients with PAD report experiencing burning pain in their feet and toes while resting or while lying flat, redness or other color changes involving the skin on their extremities, and cold skin on their extremities. Incorporating a healthy diet and adopting a healthy, active, lifestyle helps slow down the progression of PAD. If you or anyone you know are at risk of developing PAD or have symptoms of it, talk to a doctor.