Peripheral Arterial Insufficiency

Clogged arteries can cut off the blood supply to different areas of your body. The location of the clog, or occlusion, dictates the signs and symptoms. Arteries carry blood that is full of oxygen and nutrients to every cell in your body. When this supply is cut off for any reason, you may experience symptoms, which can vary in severity. Some tissues and organs can withstand some drop in blood supply and regenerate, while others die off. This article explores some of the main types of blocked arteries, where they can happen, and what symptoms you might notice. It also covers tests and treatments you might expect if you have clogged arteries. What are the early signs and symptoms of a clogged artery? When you think of clogged arteries, the heart may be the first thing that comes to your mind — and for good reason. Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common form of heart disease in the United States. It develops when the arteries that supply your heart with blood become narrowed or

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