Buerger's disease (thromboangiitis obliterans) is a rare disease of the arteries and veins in the arms and legs.

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Buerger's disease usually affects men younger than 40 years of age, though it's becoming more common in women.

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Virtually everyone diagnosed with Buerger's disease smokes cigarettes or uses other forms of tobacco, such as chewing tobacco.

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Buerger's disease is rare in the United States, but is more common in the Middle East and Far East.

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Quitting all forms of tobacco is the only way to stop Buerger's disease.

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Buerger's disease usually first shows in the hands and feet and may eventually affect larger areas of your arms and legs.

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