Intermittent Claudication (Noun)
Meaning
Lameness due to pain in leg muscles because the blood supply is inadequate; pain subsides with rest.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient's intermittent claudication made it difficult for him to walk long distances without feeling a sharp pain in his calf muscles.
- Intermittent claudication is a common symptom of peripheral artery disease, which affects millions of people worldwide.
- After a few minutes of walking, she would experience intermittent claudication in her left leg, forcing her to stop and rest.
- Smoking cessation and exercise can help alleviate symptoms of intermittent claudication, improving overall quality of life.
- The doctor advised the patient to lose weight and modify his diet to reduce the severity of his intermittent claudication.