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  2. Non-freezing cold injury - Wikipedia

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    Non-freezing cold injuries (NFCI) is a class of tissue damage caused by sustained exposure to low temperature without actual freezing. [1] There are several forms of NFCI, and the common names may refer to the circumstances in which they commonly occur or were first described, such as trench foot, which was named after its association with trench warfare.

  3. Peripheral artery disease - Wikipedia

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    The prevalence of PAD in the general population is 3–7%, affecting up to 20% of those over 70; [85] 70%–80% of affected individuals are asymptomatic; only a minority ever require revascularization or amputation. [citation needed] Peripheral artery disease affects one in three diabetics over the age of 50. In the US, it affects 12–20 ...

  4. 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.

  5. Chronic venous insufficiency - Wikipedia

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    If the impaired vein function causes significant symptoms, such as swelling and ulcer formation, it is referred to as chronic venous disease. [3] It is sometimes called chronic peripheral venous insufficiency and should not be confused with post-thrombotic syndrome in which the deep veins have been damaged by previous deep vein thrombosis .

  6. Try these 7 podiatrist-approved tips to manage pain from flat ...

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    In many cases, fallen arches happen when a tendon in your foot weakens, making it unable to support the arch, Dr. MaCalus V. Hogan, chair of orthopedic surgery and chief of foot and ankle surgery ...

  7. Myasthenia gravis is one of the rarest and most concerning ...

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    "Treatment options focus on managing symptoms and improving quality of life," says Hesterlee. "With appropriate treatment, many people with myasthenia gravis can manage their symptoms effectively ...

  8. Acute limb ischaemia - Wikipedia

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    Symptoms may also include intermittent claudication or pain at rest. In late stages, paresthesia is replaced by anesthesia (numbness) due to death of nerve cells. [ 11 ] In severe cases, gangrene can occur suddenly and spread rapidly, [ 12 ] and should be treated within six hours of ischaemia.

  9. Restless leg syndrome: Can vitamins help? An expert ... - AOL

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    RLS can be difficult to describe – but most people say they feel things like a strange sensation while resting, relief of the sensation with movement, and they experience worsening of symptoms ...