Signs
One of the hallmarks of arterial claudication is that it occurs intermittently. It disappears after a brief rest and the patient can start walking again until the pain recurs. The following signs are general signs of atherosclerosis of the lower extremity arteries:
- cyanosis
- atrophic changes like loss of hair, shiny skin
- decreased temperature
- decreased pulse
- redness when limb is returned to a "dependent" position
All the "P"s
- Increase in Pallor
- Decrease in Pulses
- Perishing cold
- Pain
- Paraesthesia
- Paralysis
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