FACTS:
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) is very common; it affects more than 35 million Americans. PVD is usually seen in legs.
RISK FACTORS:
- Age >50 years old
- Diabetes family history
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Lack of exercise
- Overweight
- Smoker
SIGNS & SYMPTOMS:
- Burning or aching pain
- Dry skin
- Hair loss on legs & toes
- Heaviness or pain in legs
- Leg cramps
- Numbness, tingling, or weakness in the legs
- Pale, shiny, or thin skin
- Thickened nails
- Varicose veins
- Weakened pulses
- Wounds