Claudication

About- Claudication is pain commonly in the thigh, calf, or buttocks caused by too little blood flow, usually during exercise which may be a symptom of peripheral artery disease (PAD)

Symptoms-
 An aching or burning feeling
Cold feet
Discolored skin
Intermittent pain
Leg Cramping
Numbness or tingling sensation
Pain while exercising or at rest
Ulcerations
Weakness of the legs or arms
 
Causes-
 A family history of atherosclerosis, peripheral artery disease (PAD), or Claudication
Atherosclerosis
Diabetes
High blood pressure
High cholesterol
Obesity
Older age
peripheral artery disease (PAD)
Physically inactive
Smoking

Specialists to Visit -
 Vascular Surgeon

Cardiologist

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References-
https://en.wikipedia.org
https://www.mayoclinic.org
https://www.medicinenet.com
https://www.webmd.com
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org

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