Hi: I am healthy, not overweight, not a diabetic but arterial problems run in the family. I have 4 stents in 1 leg & after only 5 mo. the artery is blocked again. I had emergency surgery 5 mo. ago because I developed blood clots between 2 of the stents so now I take Plavex along with 1 baby aspirin. The pain is severe because of the PAD. Im not sure which direction to go in at this time. .
HIT hank for asking to ChatDoctorI am really sorry for hearing about your peripheral arterial disease, if you are smoking then quit it, if not then it could be genetic in origin, you better consult to some very competent peripheral vascular surgeon, Medicated stent could help you it does not get block early, always keep your leg elevated while sleeping, Have nice Day.