Topics: Cardiovascular Disorders : Vascular Disorders
A number of diseases that can affect arteries and veins throughout the body but the most common vascular disease is atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries. This condition affects virtually every artery within the body. Peripheral Vascular Disease includes all the arteries and veins in the body except those within the heart and within the brain.
Carotid Artery Disease
Blockage or narrowing of the arteries in the neck can cause patients to suffer a stroke which occurs when part of the brain gets inadequate blood flow and dies.
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Lymphedema
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Raynaud's Phenomenon
Characterized by abnormal constriction of the arteries of the extremities, particularly the fingers; usually appears following exposure to cold.
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These groups, communities, or meeting places provide an opportunity for people with a common experience (such as a condition or disease, or a care-giving role) to share their concerns, and to seek and offer information and advice.
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Thromboangiitis Obliterans
Also known as Buerger's Disease. Arteries, most often in the legs and feet, become inflamed and accluded, causing burning, numbness, tingling, and if inadequate blood supply continues, phlebitis, tissue damage and possible gangrene.
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Thrombosis
The veins deep within the legs are prone to develop blood clots, especially in patients who are bedridden or following surgery.
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Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are veins on the leg which are large, twisted, and ropelike, and can cause pain, swelling, or itching.
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