Swollen and swollen feet and ankles may be due to fluid retention caused by heart failure.
Often worse at the end of the day or after sitting for long periods.
3. Discoloration (blue, purple or pale feet)
A bluish or purplish tint may signal low oxygen supply.
Pale or ashen feet may indicate decreased blood flow.
4. Numbness or tingling
Reduced circulation can cause tingling or numbness.
This can worsen with activity and improve with rest – a possible sign of peripheral artery disease (PAD), often linked to heart disease.
5. Sores or wounds that do not heal
Poor circulation can prevent the body from healing even small cuts.
Chronic ulcers or slow-healing sores on the feet are a warning sign, especially in diabetics.
6. Pain when walking (claudication)
Pain or cramps in the feet or calves while walking may indicate PAD.
It is a reliable indicator of future cardiovascular events, including heart attacks.
