Peripheral Arterial Disease: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatments

Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) is a common circulatory problem in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to your limbs. If you're experiencing leg pain, numbness, or discomfort, especially when walking, you might be facing PAD.

In this comprehensive video, we delve into the critical aspects of Peripheral Arterial Disease:

🔍 **What is Peripheral Arterial Disease?**
- Definition and overview of PAD
- How it affects your body and circulatory system

🚩 **Symptoms and Signs**
- Common symptoms to watch out for
- How to identify early warning signs

📊 **Risk Factors**
- Who is at risk for developing PAD
- Lifestyle and health conditions that contribute to the disease

🩺 **Diagnosis**
- Medical tests and procedures used to diagnose PAD
- When to see a healthcare professional

💉 **Treatment Options**
- Medications and lifestyle changes
- Surgical procedures and other advanced treatments

🌟 **Prevention Tips**
- Steps you can take to reduce your risk
- Healthy habits to adopt for better vascular health

Join us as we explore the ins and outs of Peripheral Arterial Disease, offering valuable insights and practical advice for managing and preventing this condition. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more informative videos on health and wellness. Stay informed and take charge of your vascular health today!

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[fuhkerz]

My dad had advanced PAD in both legs. The surgeon was originally going to do a stent in just one leg, but once the cardiologist said his heart was in good shape, that changed to what the surgeon thought was the better option - aortic bifemoral graft.

That was supposed to essentially repair the large areas of blockage in both legs. So last month, I took him to the hospital for the surgery.

Unfortunately, while the surgery was apparently technically successful in terms of placing the graft, he never woke up and died two days later. I believe the surgeon was a good doctor and I know he did everything he could to try to save my dad - he stayed late into the night the first night even though the surgery had started that morning.

I don't know why I'm even typing this. I guess because they said at the end something about commenting experiences with PAD. I guess I just wanted to put those words out into the aether or something.

[lindacoffin]

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[joanwootton]

Great information. Thank you so much. Off to walk my dog and then do a Pilates routine and then knee exercises for my arthritis. Geesh! Who knew getting old was so much work!

[theresamorris]

I've learned so much from you guys and I just love Dr. Chan. She's so full of life and always cheerful.

[brucemcleod]

My issue was an aneurysm in a peripheral artery. The initial bypass surgery was successful, but a complication arose about three weeks later. Dr Chan welcomed me to the ER at 4:00 one morning in late February (she's not my surgeon). Four more surgeries seem to have the plumbing issues resolved, but now I'm waiting to have a consultation with an electrician. Long process but great staff at the hospital. Thanks for the great information.

[pauldean]

Thank You so much Doctors for providing valuable information

[johnllewellyn]

Thank you, I have just been diagnosed with PAD in the right leg. Waiting for a CT scan
Wish my Vascular Surgeon was more informative about different out comes and procedures.

[Duhble]

In every episode I can sense that all day long as you deal with patients, YOU are constantly reminded of how important good nutrition and good lifestyle habits are to having a better body with less problems down the road. It’s never too late to start. Thanks for crafting these videos so we can learn really key stuff that will improve our lives.

[barbarak]

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[richardbrewis]

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[joesmith]

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[carolcline]

I find humor a great component of learning. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[BoomVang]

Please place guest microphone higher, closer to throat or mouth. For volume and clarity.

[davidjennings]

I have PAD, both legs affected. 65% blood flow. I initially went to a 12 week program 3 times a week for a walking program. It worked and and gave me the ability walk with less discomfort. I walk 4k+ steps a day. Not non stop I need to rest occasionally. My doctor doesn't see any need for surgery unless I worsen.

[lbar]

Thank you so much for everything that you both do on this channel to educate your viewers. It is very much appreciated.

[johnbayliss]

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[lindathompson]

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[LisaSmith-xzjq]

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[tygerstripes]

Oh bloody hell. I'm gonna have to start exercising. Thank you.

[riverbender]

As usual, your advice is very valuable. Thank you.