Arteries carry oxygenated blood away from your heart. They have thick walls and a muscular layer that keeps your blood moving. Arteries can be as wide as a nickel (about two centimeters). They are the ...
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) happens when your arteries harden and narrow due to a buildup of plaque, made up of fats and other substances in your bloodstream. You get PAD, also called peripheral ...