Allergies and menopause is one of the lesser known menopause symptoms. Allergies at this time are mostly associated with the hormonal changes that take place through Perimenopause the (2-10 year transitional stage) leading to actual menopause.
Peripheral vascular disease refers to any disease or disorder of the circulatory system outside of the brain and heart. Although the term peripheral vascular disease can include any disorder that affects any of the blood vessels, it often is used as a synonym for peripheral artery disease.
Peripheral Vascular Disease. Peripheral vascular disease causes the blood vessels of the periphery (the feet in this case) to narrow and harden. The narrowing of the vessels leads to decreased blood flow and can cause cold feet. The vessels become narrowed by the buildup of plaque in the vessels, mainly the arteries.