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2. Chronic venous insufficiency - Wikipedia

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   Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is a medical condition characterized by blood pooling in the veins, leading to increased pressure and strain on the vein walls. [1] The most common cause of CVI is superficial venous reflux, which often results in the formation of varicose veins, a treatable condition. [2]

3. Thromboangiitis obliterans - Wikipedia

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   There is a recurrent acute and chronic inflammation and thrombosis of arteries and veins of the hands and feet. The main symptom is pain in the affected areas, at rest and while walking (claudication). [1] The impaired circulation increases sensitivity to cold. Peripheral pulses are diminished or absent. There are color changes in the extremities.

4. This blood condition is the result of weak blood flow. How it ...

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   Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is when the valves in the leg veins don’t work right and inappropriately allow blood to flow backward, back into the legs/feet from the effects of gravity.

5. Phlebitis - Wikipedia

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   A long, thin red area may be seen as the inflammation follows a superficial vein. This area may feel hard, warm, and tender. The skin around the vein may be itchy and swollen. The area may begin to throb or burn. Symptoms may be worse when the leg is lowered, especially when first getting out of bed in the morning. A low-grade fever may occur.

6. Peripheral artery disease - Wikipedia

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   Peripheral veinous disease, on the other hand, refers to problems with veins—the vessels that bring the blood back to the heart. [18] The classic symptom is leg pain when walking, which resolves with rest and is known as intermittent claudication. [2]

7. Vascular disease - Wikipedia

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   DVT usually occurs in the veins of the legs, although it can also occur in the veins of the arms. Immobility, active cancer, obesity, traumatic damage and congenital disorders that make clots more likely are all risk factors for deep vein thrombosis. It can cause the affected limb to swell, and cause pain and an overlying skin rash.