Left untreated, PADPeripheral Artery Disease, a potentially life threatening disease where plaque, like calcium, builds up along blood vessel walls, narrowing the arteries and reducing blood flow to the legs and feet. can lead to amputationTo surgically remove all or part of a limb (leg, foot or toe)
Are you at risk for PAD?
Take this Short Quiz to Find Out
If you’re concerned about peripheral artery diseasePeripheral artery disease (PAD) is a disease in which plaque builds up in the arteries that carry blood to your head, organs, and limbs. Plaque is made up of fat, cholesterol, calcium, fibrous tissue, and other substances in the blood. (PAD), the quiz below offers a list of questions to help guide your conversation with your doctor.
You can also choose to download a blank copy of the checklist.
If you have some of these risk factors or are experiencing symptoms of PAD, talk to your health care professional right away. Only a doctor can diagnose PAD.
After completing the quiz, you’ll be able to print a copy of it to take with you when you talk to your doctor.
Stop ignoring the signs. Talk to a PAD specialist. Take control of your health.