Doença vascular periférica

Termo geral usado para descrever qualquer condição que afete os vasos sanguíneos fora do coração e do cérebro. Isso pode incluir condições como DAP, veias varicosas e doença de Raynaud.

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Glossary: Peripheral Vascular Disease

Significados alternativos:

Doença vascular periférica
Term: Peripheral vascular disease (PVD)

Definition (plain English):
A circulation disorder where narrowed blood vessels reduce blood flow to the limbs.

Exemplos:
- Atherosclerosis (artery hardening)
- Diabetes-related vascular disease
How it relates to nails:
Poor blood flow can cause slow-growing, brittle, or thickened nails, and increase infection risk.

Confusable with:
Ageing-related nail changes or nail changes from heart and lung disease.

Disclaimer:
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only. It is not a diagnosis. Always seek medical advice if you are concerned.

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