(Photo courtesy of Tyler Mallory) There are many options for people without health insurance, but finding an affordable plan is the best strategy. A Chicago-based doctor explains how those in his profession help patients who struggle to pay for services.
The differences in symptoms is the best way to identify if poor circulation or peripheral neuropathy is to blame for symptoms like tingling in toes, which is present in both conditions commonly. Regardless, it is a good idea to see a health care provider if symptoms are present in either case.
Veith said the main reason a person would have poor circulation is from arthrosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries, which causes blockages. âThere are a lot of risk factors,â Veith said. âSmoking is a big one, and that you can do something about. Diabetes is another one, which you may or may not be able to do something about.