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Old 05-02-2008, 02:42   #14
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I concur with the recommendation for a vascular surgeon. There could be a number of issues here:
Poor flow/obstruction through the arterial system
- obstruction, such as cholesterol plaques in the arteries, which is treatable with statins like Lipitor or Zocor.
- vasospasm, where the arteries close down with various stimuli (like cold weather), which is treatable with vasodilators.
Poor flow/obstruction of venous system for a variety of reasons, treated with TED hose, PT, and possibly surgery.
Poor flow through the lymphatics, caused by lots of things.

I agree that a vascular surgeon would be able to tease these out and order appropriate testing.

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