How your vascular specialists in Fort Worth, TX, can diagnose and treat artery disease
Artery disease is a complex topic, and you deserve to know the facts. Drs. Ramesh and Mythili Paladugu at Texas Vascular and Vein Center in Fort Worth, TX, provide a wide range of vascular treatment, including treatment of artery disease.
These are just a few frequently asked questions and answers about artery disease:
What causes artery disease?
Artery disease can be caused by a few factors, including fatty plaque buildup in your arteries, or an arterial clot causing a blockage.
What types of artery disease are there?
Artery disease is known by a few other names, including:
- Peripheral artery disease or PAD, caused by a narrowing of your artery walls from fat deposits
- Deep vein thrombosis or DVT, caused by a blood clot partially or completely blocking an artery or vein
What are the signs and symptoms of artery disease?
- Deep pain in your extremities, including your arms and legs
- Numbness and tingling in your arms and legs
- Weakness and fatigue in your arms and legs
What can I do to prevent artery disease?
Practicing a healthy lifestyle can go a long way toward preventing artery disease. Remember to:
- Avoid tobacco use and excessive alcohol consumption
- Boost circulation by increasing activity and exercise
- Maintain a healthy weight to reduce arterial stress
- Maintain a normal blood pressure and cholesterol levels
- Eat a diet low in fat and rich in fruits and vegetables
How is artery disease treated?
To treat artery disease, your doctor may recommend:
- Medication to reduce cholesterol levels
- Medication to dilate arterial and vascular walls
- Catheterization to identify and remove arterial and vascular blockages
- Surgical treatment for severe cases of artery disease
These are just a few frequently asked questions and answers about artery disease. To learn more about the diagnosis and treatment of artery disease, talk with the experts. Call Drs. Ramesh and Mythili Paladugu of Texas Vascular and Vein Center in Fort Worth, TX, at (817) 332-8346. Call today.