Blood vessels can narrow due to the accumulation of cholesterol.
REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA – Cholesterol, also known as a waxy substance, can silently damage arteries and trigger health problems, such as heart disease and stroke. The good news is that there is a way to spot the signs of buildup cholesterol in the arteries that restrict blood flow.
Portal of health San Luca explains, blood vessels can narrow due to buildup. This condition leads to restricted blood flow to the legs, causing peripheral artery disease (PAD).
The most likely first symptom of PAD is leg pain. However, the pain does not only affect the legs because it can also spread to the buttock area. The Cleveland Clinic reports that pain can also spread to the thigh and calf.
“The pain can be severe enough to limit your ability to participate in activities you enjoy, such as golfing or playing with grandchildren,” the statement read. To expressAhad (9/10/2022).
Other early symptoms can include muscle numbness, weakness, heaviness, and fatigue. PAD can also cause other signs, including burning or pain in the feet and toes when resting. The pain is especially felt at night when lying down.
Other signs include cooler skin on the feet, redness or other discoloration of the skin, more frequent infections, and sores on the toes and feet that don’t heal. According to the Cleveland Clinic, this range of common conditions affects millions of people but often goes undiagnosed and untreated.
