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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is arteriosclerosis obliterans?
Arteriosclerosis obliterans is a condition where the artery gets blocked mainly by fatty or cholesterol deposits. The most commonly affected arteries are the abdominal aorta and the small and medium-sized arteries of the lower limbs.
Symptoms of arteriosclerosis obliterans
Tingling or pricking numbness or pain in the legs that improves after a period of rest
Decreased sensation over skin
Numbness or abnormal sensation
Pain in the arms and/or legs
Tingling or numbing pain in the muscles, when walking or climbing stairs
Numbness anywhere from the knees to the ankles
Numbness of the thigh
The arm and leg on one side is weaker and harder to move than the other
Questions your doctor may ask to check for arteriosclerosis obliterans
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose arteriosclerosis obliterans
Are you able to resume exercise after your pain and numbness improves with some rest?
Do you feel the sensation on your skin has changed?
Do you feel any numbness or change in sensation?
Do you have pain in your arms and/or legs?
Do you have muscle numbness or pain when you are walking or taking the stairs?
Treatment for arteriosclerosis obliterans
Treatment for arteriosclerosis obliterans typically involves medications and surgery. Medications are prescribed to prevent blood clots, control blood pressure, blood sugar, lower cholesterol, and ease symptoms. Surgery is done to treat the blocked artery.
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References
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https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jat/22/4/22_ED006/_article
Takahashi K. [Basic research and drug development for arteriosclerosis obliterans]. Nihon Yakurigaku Zasshi. 2007 Nov;130(5):393-7. Japanese. doi: 10.1254/fpj.130.393. PMID: 18000354.
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SELIGMAN B. Arteriosclerosis obliterans; an epitome. J Am Geriatr Soc. 1959 Feb;7(2):161-6. doi: 10.1111/j.1532-5415.1959.tb01061.x. PMID: 13630689.
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