Skin and nail changes
PAD can cause changes in the toenails and the skin on the legs. Because the legs aren’t receiving normal blood flow or nourishment, you may notice that you are losing hair on the feet and legs, or that it’s growing back more slowly if you shave it.
The skin on the legs may get shiny and tight, and toenails may thicken or grow more slowly. All of these are usually experienced together, Dr. Schneider says.
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I had high cholesterol for years. I could not take cholesterol pills due to cramping in my legs. Fast forward.. Im not sure if Covid affected my blood vessels or if its claudication from high cholesterol. Anybody with high cholesterol needs to take it seriously. One angioplasty and two procedures later, I can honestly say, YOU dont want this pain. Its no joke wondering when and if a blood clot will suddenly kill you. As well as calf in leg, never stops hurting.
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