FIND OUT IF YOU ARE AT RISK FOR PERIPHERAL ARTERY DISEASE (PAD)
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), a type of peripheral vascular disease, is a condition that restricts blood flow to the limbs, especially the legs. PAD affects between 8 to 12 million Americans, mainly those over age 50. The disease results in poor circulation, increased risk of stroke, gangrene, the need for amputation, and even, in the most extreme cases, death.
5 RISK FACTORS FOR PAD THAT YOU MAY NOT KNOW
Being able to recognize Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) risk factors is the first step in preventing the condition. At the very least, knowing these risk factors means you can be diagnosed and treated quickly before more severe symptoms develop.
1. Age Over 50
Being over 50 is one of the major risk factors for peripheral vascular disease.
2. African Ethnicity
Those who are of African descent are about twice as likely to suffer from PAD
3. Hypertension
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a risk factor for many diseases of the cardiovascular system, including PAD
4. Smoking
Smoking is one of the worst things you can do with your overall health
5. High Bad Cholesterol/Low Good Cholesterol
Insufficient levels of HDL, the good sort of cholesterol, can be equally damaging and also a risk factor for PAD.
Studies have also suggested that early vascular care intervention shows an increase in life expectancy in PAD patients.
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