Question 1

how to increase blood circulation in legs after gangrene?

Accepted Answer

Ambulate: You asked how to increase blood circulation after gangrene.  You have concerns about low blood pressure in the legs.  The best advise would be to walk as much as you can tolerate.  We know that patients who start an exercise program of walking until the feel pain i the legs are able to increase their walking overtime.  These patients improve their circulation.

Question 2

is cardio chelate/with edta effective for p.a.d. bad circulation in legs?

Accepted Answer

Chelation: N.?H did a study of chelation against placebo for peripheral arterial disease years ago with findings of no difference in outcomes . The authors concluded that chelation therapy was ineffective in treating peripheral arterial disease.

Question 3

which type of doctor can help with poor circulation in legs?

Accepted Answer

Vascular Surgeon: A vascular surgeon is a specialist in the blood vessels of the body outside of the heart. They are trained to diagnose and treat disorders of the blood vessels with medication, surgery, and minimally invasive techniques (such as angioplasty and stenting) and are the only complete specialist in the vascular system. Visit www.Vascularweb.Org to find a vascular specialist near you.

Question 4

what is the type of doctor that helps with poor circulation in legs?

Accepted Answer

Several options: Vascular surgeons would be the most direct answer to your question. However, interventional cardiologists also perform procedures to correct this type of problem.  Any of a number of doctors could also help diagnose such problems.

Question 5

can poor circulation in legs cause a prickly / burning sensation ? seems worse when i'm sat down , especially when driving.

Accepted Answer

Yes: The decreased blood flow, often when in  a position like sitting that can decrease the normal flow of blood, may cause classic "pins and needles" or a burning sensation.  You seem young at 34 to have this type of issue, but get checked by your dr. To be safe.  Best wishes.

Question 6

does a vibrating weight loss machine help w/ weight loss if watching what your eating / working out? does it help with circulation in legs/arms?

Accepted Answer

Jury is still out: There's not enough peer-reviewed published data regarding total body vibration and it's (long-term) effects on the human body. Certainly any physical activity coupled w/sensible nutrition should help you get healthy. Focus on health rather than weight loss, although latter will come around in time. Good luck!

Question 7

symptoms of bone pain, feeling low blood circulation in legs, sharp pains and dull pains, what to do?

Accepted Answer

See Your Doctor: You may need evaluation for claudication, which is pain in the legs.  It can be due to poor circulation in your legs (vascular claudication) but it can also be due to nerve compression (neurogenic claudication) in your back.  Either way if it continues to bother you, it should be checked out and treated.

Question 8

after taking geodon (ziprasidone) wearing tight fitting clothing is uncomfortable because the cutting off of circulation in legs. is geodon (ziprasidone) known for causing numbne

Accepted Answer

Not really.: Geodon (ziprasidone) is an antipsychotic medication and some of the side effects are akathisia , or a feeling that you have to pace, fidgetiness, tremors , sometime similar to anxiety except that it is physical not emotional. The side effects could be dose dependent. I suggest you share this feeling when you see your dr. Next. Good luck.

Question 9

poor circulation in legs? cool to touch, swelling and discolaration (purplish red splotchy esp. knees). ankles & feet main swell & most purple.trtmnt?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Several possible causes. From circulation view maybe venous disease. Causes swelling, and purplish color for some patients, heavy, tired, aching, sometimes skin breakdown. 33 a bit young, but possible, esp if you're heavy or had blood clots in legs. To find out see Dr for ultrasound WITH REFLUX STUDIES. Treatment: elevation, elastic stockings, exercise, ?procedures to treat veins. Hope this helps.

Question 10

have burst eye cappilarie and blood pressure of 160/105,poor circulation in legs, any immediate risks i should be aware of?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The eye finding alone are not serious but that is exceptionally high blood pressure and if related to poor circulation in your legs it suggests significant vascular disease and therefore high risk of heart attack or stroke.  Do not smoke cigarettes they accelerate the problem.  See your MD  promptly.  You can reduce risks of severe complications by managing BP with medication, diet and exercise.

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Can poor circulation in legs cause a prickly / burning sensation ? seems worse when i'm sat down , especially when driving.

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Does a vibrating weight loss machine help w/ weight loss if watching what your eating / working out? does it help with circulation in legs/arms?

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Symptoms of bone pain, feeling low blood circulation in legs, sharp pains and dull pains, what to do?

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After taking geodon (ziprasidone) wearing tight fitting clothing is uncomfortable because the cutting off of circulation in legs. is geodon (ziprasidone) known for causing numbne

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Poor circulation in legs? cool to touch, swelling and discolaration (purplish red splotchy esp. knees). ankles & feet main swell & most purple.trtmnt?

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Have burst eye cappilarie and blood pressure of 160/105,poor circulation in legs, any immediate risks i should be aware of?

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