Thromboangiitis obliterans
Overview
Buerger's disease (thromboangiitis obliterans) is a condition in which blood vessels get inflamed, swollen, and blocked with clots. The condition can result in infection and gangrene.
Symptoms
Symptoms include pain in the limbs and vein inflammation. Fingers and toes may turn pale in the cold.
Treatments
Tobacco cessation can help.
Last Updated Jun 13, 2017
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