Watch for:
• Cold feet or decreased temperature
May indicate reduced arterial blood flow.
• Swelling in ankles or feet
According to the AHA, persistent swelling (edema) can be a sign of heart failure.
• Leg pain during walking (claudication)
A classic PAD symptom described in AHA guidelines — pain that improves with rest.
• Slow-healing wounds
The ADA recommends immediate evaluation of any foot ulcer that does not improve within two weeks.
• Skin discoloration (pale, bluish, or reddish tone)
May signal compromised circulation.
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