Signs That Your Heart Is in Serious Dan.ger

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.

The Copounded Risk