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intermittent claudication

/ˌɪntəˈmɪtənt ˌklɔːdɪˈkeɪʃən/

Tradução: Condição médica caracterizada por dor, cãibras ou fraqueza nas pernas (geralmente nas panturrilhas) que surge ao caminhar ou fazer esforço físico devido ao fluxo sanguíneo insuficiente e que passa com o repouso.

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/ˌɪntəˈmɪtənt ˌklɔːdɪˈkeɪʃən/C2formalmedical
  • ptCondição médica caracterizada por dor, cãibras ou fraqueza nas pernas (geralmente nas panturrilhas) que surge ao caminhar ou fazer esforço físico devido ao fluxo sanguíneo insuficiente e que passa com o repouso.

A medical condition characterized by pain, cramping, or weakness in the legs (usually the calves) that occurs during walking or exercise due to inadequate blood flow, and is relieved by rest.

  1. Leg pain from poor circulationC2formal

    A condition characterized by cramping pain in the legs, especially the calves, that occurs during exercise and is relieved by rest, caused by narrowed arteries.

    ptDor nas pernas por má circulação

    • The patient reported intermittent claudication after walking two blocks.
    • Intermittent claudication is a common symptom of peripheral artery disease.
    • Treatment for intermittent claudication often includes lifestyle changes and medication.