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  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Managing peripheral vascular disease (PVD), also known as peripheral artery disease (PAD), involves several strategies aimed at improving symptoms and preventing disease progression: 1. Lifestyle Changes: - Quit Smoking: Smoking cessation is crucial as smoking is a major risk factor for PAD. - ExercRead more

    Managing peripheral vascular disease (PVD), also known as peripheral artery disease (PAD), involves several strategies aimed at improving symptoms and preventing disease progression:

    1. Lifestyle Changes:
    – Quit Smoking: Smoking cessation is crucial as smoking is a major risk factor for PAD.
    – Exercise: Regular physical activity, especially supervised exercise programs, can improve symptoms and increase walking distance.
    – Healthy Diet: Eating a balanced diet low in saturated fats, cholesterol, and sodium helps manage PAD risk factors.

    2. Medications:
    – Antiplatelet Agents: Medications like aspirin or clopidogrel help prevent blood clots.
    – Statins: These drugs lower cholesterol levels and reduce plaque buildup in arteries.
    – Blood Pressure Medications: Controlling high blood pressure is essential to prevent further arterial damage.
    – Diabetes Management: Proper control of blood sugar levels is important for patients with diabetes.
    – Homoeopathic: Symptomatic Homoeopathic Medicine.

    3. Medical Procedures:
    – Angioplasty and Stenting: These procedures help open narrowed or blocked arteries.
    – Bypass Surgery: In severe cases, surgery may be needed to bypass blocked arteries.

    4. Regular Monitoring:
    – Regular check-ups with a healthcare provider to monitor the condition and adjust treatment as necessary.

    It’s important to work closely with a healthcare provider to develop a personalized treatment plan.

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  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    To diagnose peripheral vascular disease, a healthcare provider will examine you and ask questions about your symptoms and medical history. If you have peripheral vascular disease, the pulse in the affected area may be weak or missing. Tests that may be done to diagnose peripheral vascular disease inRead more

    To diagnose peripheral vascular disease, a healthcare provider will examine you and ask questions about your symptoms and medical history. If you have peripheral vascular disease, the pulse in the affected area may be weak or missing.

    Tests that may be done to diagnose peripheral vascular disease include:
    1. Blood tests to check for conditions related to PAD such as high cholesterol, high triglycerides, and diabetes
    2. Ankle-brachial index (ABI) which compares the blood pressure in the ankle with the blood pressure in the arm
    3. Ultrasound of the legs or feet to see how blood moves through the blood vessels
    4. Doppler ultrasound to spot blocked or narrowed arteries
    5. Angiography which uses X-rays, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans, or computerized tomography (CT) scans to look for blockages in the arteries. Before the images are taken, dye (contrast) is injected into a blood vessel. The dye helps the arteries show up more clearly on the test images

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  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a slow and progressive circulation disorder that can lead to several complications if left untreated. Severe cases of PVD can lead to ‘chronic limb ischemia’ which is when blood flow to your limb is severely restricted. It is very serious. Males with PVD may deveRead more

    Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a slow and progressive circulation disorder that can lead to several complications if left untreated. Severe cases of PVD can lead to ‘chronic limb ischemia’ which is when blood flow to your limb is severely restricted. It is very serious.

    Males with PVD may develop impotence (erectile dysfunction). PVD typically causes pain and fatigue, often in your legs, and especially during exercise. The pain usually improves with rest.

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  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    PVD can be categorized using the Fontaine or Rutherford classification system. Each system grades PVD from no symptoms to major tissue loss and can be used at diagnosis and to evaluate the progression or improvement of symptoms. Fontaine’s classification of peripheral vascular disease (PVD) has fiveRead more

    PVD can be categorized using the Fontaine or Rutherford classification system. Each system grades PVD from no symptoms to major tissue loss and can be used at diagnosis and to evaluate the progression or improvement of symptoms.

    Fontaine’s classification of peripheral vascular disease (PVD) has five stages:
    – Stage I: Asymptomatic
    – Stage II: Intermittent claudication
    – Stage IIa: Intermittent claudication after more than 200 meters of pain-free walking
    – Stage IIb: Intermittent claudication after less than 200 meters of walking
    – Stage III: Rest pain
    – Stage IV: Ischemic ulcers or gangrene (which may be dry or humid)

    Rutherford‘s classification of peripheral vascular disease (PVD) consists of four grades and seven categories:
    – Grade 0, Category 0: Asymptomatic
    – Grade I, Category 1: Mild claudication
    – Grade I, Category 2: Moderate claudication
    – Grade I, Category 3: Severe claudication
    – Grade II, Category 4: Rest pain
    – Grade III, Category 5: Minor tissue loss; Ischemic ulceration not exceeding ulcer of the digits of the foot
    – Grade IV, Category 6: Major tissue loss; Severe ischemic ulcers or frank gangrene

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  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a slow and progressive circulation disorder that can be caused by narrowing, blockage, or spasms in a blood vessel. PVD may affect any blood vessel outside of the heart including the arteries, veins, or lymphatic vessels. Organs supplied by these vessels, such asRead more

    Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a slow and progressive circulation disorder that can be caused by narrowing, blockage, or spasms in a blood vessel. PVD may affect any blood vessel outside of the heart including the arteries, veins, or lymphatic vessels. Organs supplied by these vessels, such as the brain, and legs, may not get enough blood flow for proper function. However, the legs and feet are most commonly affected.

    The most common cause of PVD is atherosclerosis, which is the buildup of plaque inside the artery wall. Plaque reduces the amount of blood flow to the limbs and decreases the oxygen and nutrients available to the tissue. Blood clots may form on the artery walls, further decreasing the inner size of the blood vessel and blocking off major arteries.

    Other causes of PVD may include injury to the arms or legs, irregular anatomy of muscles or ligaments, infection, etc.

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