Medical Management Of Blood Vessels Disease

Medical management involves using medications and lifestyle changes to manage vascular conditions and improve blood flow.

When followed properly, medical management can be highly effective in controlling symptoms, improving blood flow, and preventing complications.

Common medications include antiplatelet agents, cholesterol-lowering drugs, and blood pressure medications.

Yes, dietary changes, regular exercise, and quitting smoking can significantly improve vascular health and reduce the risk of complications.

Regular check-ups are important, typically every few months or as recommended by your healthcare provider, to monitor the condition and adjust the treatment plan as needed.

Worsening symptoms include increased leg pain, non-healing sores, significant changes in leg color or temperature, and increased numbness or weakness.

Vascular damage in diabetes is caused by high blood sugar levels, which can lead to inflammation, plaque buildup, and narrowing of the blood vessels.

In vascular surgery, blocked or narrowed blood vessels are either opened (angioplasty) or bypassed using a graft to restore blood flow.

Yes, most patients can walk shortly after vascular surgery, but the extent of activity will depend on the specific procedure and recovery progress.

Vascular surgery is performed under anesthesia, so you should not feel pain during the procedure. Post-surgery discomfort is common but manageable with pain medication.

Side effects of vascular surgery can include infection, bleeding, blood clots, swelling, and reactions to anesthesia. Most side effects are temporary and manageable with proper care.