Heart Attack
Heart 'Disease' does not kill people. Heart 'Attacks' do however .
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) contributes to increased risk for myocardial infarction and stroke.
*Narrowing of arteries which results in reduced blood flow to head, arms, stomach and legs. Usually, affects the arteries in the legs. This causes leg pain while walking.
** Painful cramps can be felt in the hips, calves, or thighs. For some , the pain is manageable and subsides after resting. Others experience more severe pain that can even prevent them from walking.
* Leg numbness and a lower temperature in the lower leg or foot. The reduced blood flow is typical for PAD
*Urgent medical attention is usually recommended by healthcare providers
*May be dangerous or life threatening
*More than 3 million cases a year in the USA
*Treatments can help manage PAD but there is no known cure
Requires lab test or imaging or both
May last many years or be a lifelong condition
CAUSES:
In PAD, the legs or arms — usually the legs — do not receive enough blood flow to keep up with demand. This may cause leg pain when walking (claudication) and other symptoms.
PAD is usually a sign of a buildup of fatty deposits in the arteries (atherosclerosis). Atherosclerosis causes narrowing of the arteries that can reduce blood flow in the legs and, sometimes, the arms.
MANAGEMENT:
The American Heart Association recommends four important lifestyle changes : following a heart-healthy diet, avoiding tobacco smoke/smoking, staying active and achieving a healthy weight.
Other Resources: 2021_PAD-Infographic_8.5x11_
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