Is Your Leg Pain a Sign of Something Bigger? Understanding Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) | From Leg Discomfort to Gangrene: Why Early Detection of PAD is Crucial

The Heart Guardian: Podcasts for a healthy heart by Dr Aman Kapoor , Dr Jagdish S Hiremath, Maharashtra University of Health Sciences

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Welcome back to The Heart Guardian Podcast, powered by the Madhavbaug Institute of Preventive Cardiology. I’m your host, Dr. Aman Kapoor. and founder of AKonnects Today, we’re uncovering the dangers of Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) with insights from Dr. Jagdish Hiremath, a leading cardiologist. PAD affects arteries outside the heart, especially in the legs, and can lead to severe health issues if ignored.

What is PAD?

PAD is caused by atherosclerosis, where cholesterol builds up in artery walls, narrowing them. This reduces blo ... 

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