There are numerous risk factors for PVD.
You’re at higher risk for PVD if you:
- are over age 50
- are overweight
- have abnormal cholesterol
- have a history of cerebrovascular disease or stroke
- have heart disease
- have diabetes
- have a family history of high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or PVD
- have high blood pressure
- have kidney disease on hemodialysis
Lifestyle choices that can increase your risk of developing PVD include:
- not engaging in physical exercise
- poor eating habits
- smoking
- drug use
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