Peripheral Artery Disease
Narrowing of the arteries in the limbs, usually the legs, causing cramping with walking and poor wound healing.
Also known as: PAD, peripheral vascular disease.
Category: Cardiovascular
Drugs labeled for Peripheral Artery Disease
3 medication ingredients list an association with peripheral artery disease in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Peripheral Artery Disease
The following symptoms have been associated with Peripheral Artery Disease in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Cold Feet
Feet that feel cold, which can be related to poor circulation, nerve conditions, or hypothyroidism....
Leg Cramping with Walking
Cramping leg pain that occurs with walking and improves with rest, which can be a sign of peripheral artery di...
Leg Pain with Exercise
Pain or cramping in the legs that occurs with exercise and improves with rest, which can be a sign of peripher...
Poor Wound Healing
Wounds that take longer than usual to heal, which can be related to diabetes, poor circulation, or immune prob...
Weak Foot Pulses
Weak or absent pulses in the feet, which can be a sign of poor circulation in the legs....
Tests used to investigate Peripheral Artery Disease
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Peripheral Artery Disease. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Fasting Glucose
Measures blood sugar after fasting to screen for diabetes and prediabetes....
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
Reflects average blood sugar over the past 2-3 months....
Lipid Panel
Measures cholesterol and triglycerides to assess cardiovascular risk....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Peripheral Artery Disease, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care for a cold, pale, painful leg with no pulse - possible acute limb ischemia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peripheral Artery Disease?
Peripheral Artery Disease is a health condition described in medical literature. Narrowing of the arteries in the limbs, usually the legs, causing cramping with walking and poor wound healing.
What are the symptoms of Peripheral Artery Disease?
Peripheral Artery Disease is associated with 5 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Cold Feet, Leg Cramping with Walking, Leg Pain with Exercise, Poor Wound Healing, Weak Foot Pulses. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Peripheral Artery Disease diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Peripheral Artery Disease include Fasting Glucose, Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c), Lipid Panel. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Peripheral Artery Disease, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.