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Health Conditions
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Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
What causes it?
Atherosclerosis, or the build-up of fatty material (plaque) inside your arteries, is the most common cause of PAD. Plaque is thought to be made up of fat, calcium, and cholesterol, and can collect in any blood vessel.
Less common causes of PAD include injury to a limb, inflammation (swelling) of the blood vessels, abnormalities in the structure of arteries, a serious infection, or blood clots in the arteries.
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Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose a health condition, but it can be used as a guide to help you decide if you should seek professional treatment or to help you learn more about your condition once it has been diagnosed.
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What causes it?
