Diseases
diabetic arteriopathy
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Overview
Diabetic arteriopathy is a specific entity as it associates macro-angiopathy ischemia factor and micro-angiopathy leading to peripheral neuropathy. This association leads to specific clinical manifestations dues to interplay of ischemic and infectious phenomena.
Symptoms
- coldness in the lower leg or foot, especially when compared with the other side.
- leg numbness or weakness.
- no pulse or a weak pulse in the legs or feet.
- painful cramping in one or both of the hips, thighs or calf muscles
- shiny skin on the legs.
Causes
- diabetes affects the lining around cells in the blood vessels. this means the blood vessels aren't as flexible as they need to be to help blood flow smoothly. that makes the risk of dap go up.
Risk factors
- smoking
- uncontrolled high blood sugar (hyperglycemia)
Diagnosis
- contrast angiography
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is diabetic arteriopathy?
Diabetic arteriopathy is a specific entity as it associates macro-angiopathy ischemia factor and micro-angiopathy leading to peripheral neuropathy. This association leads to specific clinical manifestations dues to interplay of ischemic and infectious phenomena.
What are the symptoms of diabetic arteriopathy?
coldness in the lower leg or foot, especially when compared with the other side., leg numbness or weakness., no pulse or a weak pulse in the legs or feet., painful cramping in one or both of the hips, thighs or calf muscles, shiny skin on the legs.
What causes diabetic arteriopathy?
diabetes affects the lining around cells in the blood vessels. this means the blood vessels aren't as flexible as they need to be to help blood flow smoothly. that makes the risk of dap go up.
Which medicines are used for diabetic arteriopathy?
naftidrofuryl
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