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2. Compression stockings - Wikipedia

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   Knee-high compression stockings are used not only to help increase circulation, but also to help prevent the formation of blood clots in the lower legs. They also aid in the treatment of ulcers of the lower legs. Unlike traditional dress or athletic stockings and socks, compression stockings use stronger elastics to create significant pressure ...

3. Superficial thrombophlebitis - Wikipedia

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   A fourfold increased incidence from the third to the eight decade in men and a preponderance among women of approximately 55-70%. [24] The average mean age of affected patients is 60 years. [16] Thrombophlebitis can develop along the arm, back, or neck veins, the leg is by far the most common site.

4. Atherosclerosis: What Men Need to Know About Plaque ... - AOL

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   Increasing age, with the highest risk after ages 45 in men and 55 in women Being assigned male at birth Family history, especially having a genetic disorder called familial hypercholesterolemia

5. Deep vein thrombosis - Wikipedia

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   Symptoms classically affect a leg and typically develop over hours or days, [20] though they can develop suddenly or over a matter of weeks. [21] The legs are primarily affected, with 4–10% of DVT occurring in the arms. [11] Despite the signs and symptoms being highly variable, [5] the typical symptoms are pain, swelling, and redness.

6. Phlegmasia alba dolens - Wikipedia

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   The result is edema, pain and a white appearance (alba) of the leg. The next step in the disease progression is occlusion of the superficial venous system, thereby preventing all venous outflow from the extremity. At this stage it is called phlegmasia cerulea dolens. The leg becomes more swollen and increasingly more painful.

7. 6 Best Leg Workouts for Men After 50 - AOL

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   Stand or sit with one leg extended. Rotate your ankle in a circular motion, first clockwise for 15 seconds, then counterclockwise for 15 seconds. Switch legs and repeat. Perform three sets on each ...