Vascular Disease Treatments and Risk Factors
Risk Factors
Certain factors increase your risk of developing vascular disease, including:
- Older age
- Having a family history of artery problems
- Smoking
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes
- High cholesterol
- Lack of exercise
- Obesity
Preventing Vascular Disease
Some things can't be controlled, such as older age or having a family history of artery problems. But you can control other vascular disease risk factors by simple actions, such as:
- Quitting smoking
- Lowering your blood pressure or cholesterol levels
- Losing weight
- Exercising
- Managing diabetes
Vascular Disease Treatments
If your doctor finds a vascular problem during a screening or routine examination, you can talk together about
vascular disease treatment options and decide on a plan that's right for you. Your plan may include:
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Exercise
Regular exercise can lower high blood pressure, improve circulation, assist in weight loss and improve quality of life.
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Medication
Medications, such as blood thinners, may be used to treat certain artery problems or control risk factors such as high blood pressure.
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Surgical Procedures
When an artery problem is a serious threat to your health, a surgical procedure may be needed to restore healthy blood flow.
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