Keep in mind that all arteries are connected — poor circulation in your legs could also
mean poor circulation in your heart or brain. And that could mean your risk for heart
attack or stroke is more than doubled with P.A.D.

What happens inside your arteries when you have P.A.D.?

• Normal arteries are smooth and flexible. This allows oxygen-rich blood to flow easily
• Over time, plaque can form on arterial walls. This narrows the arteries and reduces blood flow
• As blood flows through the narrowed artery, plaque can rupture. Platelets
  in the blood stick to the damaged area and form a clot
• A clot can reduce or block the flow of blood through an artery. If it's
  an artery that supplies blood to the heart, the result can be a heart attack.
  If it supplies blood to the brain, a stroke can occur

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