How your doctors in Fort Worth, TX, can help when you have artery disease
Do you experience hands and feet which are colder than the rest of your body? Do you feel fatigued and tired? If so, you could be suffering from artery disease, and you need to see a vascular specialist. Drs. Ramesh and Mythili Paladugu at Texas Vascular and Vein Center in Fort Worth, TX, provides comprehensive vascular services, including diagnosis and treatment of artery disease.
Artery disease is most often caused by a buildup of fatty plaque in your artery walls. The fat causes the arterial passages to narrow, resulting in inadequate blood flow, especially to your extremities.
You may have artery disease if you notice any of these signs or symptoms in your arms or legs:
- Deep, throbbing pain
- Coldness or numbness
- Tingling or loss of sensation
- Weakness and fatigue
Artery disease is also known as peripheral artery disease (PAD) caused by narrowed arteries or deep vein thrombosis (DVT) caused by a blood clot which partially or completely blocks an artery.
Did you know you can do a lot to prevent artery disease? You need to practice a heart-healthy lifestyle, which includes:
- Not smoking or drinking excessive alcohol
- Exercising at least 30 minutes most days of the week
- Maintaining a healthy weight by eating a diet low in fat
You also need to visit your doctor regularly for a blood pressure and cholesterol check. If either blood pressure or cholesterol levels are elevated, it can be an early sign of artery disease.
Your doctor can help reduce your risk of artery disease by monitoring your health and prescribing medications to:
- Lower your cholesterol levels
- Lower your blood pressure
If you have artery disease, your doctor may also:
- Prescribe medications to dilate arterial walls
- Recommend catheterization if you have a blocked artery
If you are experiencing any of the signs and symptoms of artery disease, it’s time to visit your vascular specialist. It’s time to call Drs. Ramesh and Mythili Paladugu of Texas Vascular and Vein Center in Fort Worth, TX. You can reach them in the office by calling (817) 332-8346, so call now.