Other peripheral vascular diseases
This condition refers to long-term issues with blood vessels outside the heart that narrow or spasm, preventing enough blood from reaching your limbs.
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Other peripheral vascular diseases, categorized under code I73, are conditions that affect your blood vessels—the tubes that carry blood—outside of your heart and brain. While many people think of common blockages, these specific types involve problems like blood vessels narrowing too much or spasming (tightening suddenly) in your hands, feet, or legs.
These issues happen because the vessels stop working smoothly, which makes it hard for oxygen-rich blood to reach your skin, muscles, and nerves. When your tissues do not get enough blood, you may feel pain, coldness, or numbness in your extremities.
Common Symptoms
- Your fingers or toes changing color to white, blue, or deep red.
- A painful, burning sensation in your feet or hands.
- Extreme coldness or numbness in the fingers or toes.
- Swelling or tightness in the skin of your hands or feet.