Some of the lesser-known signs signalling interruptions in blood flow to the extremities may include a tingling sensation in the hands and legs.
Kunal Karmali, a cardiologist with Northwestern Medicine in Chicago, told LiveStrong: “I think tingling, particularly in the legs, or ashiness can sometimes be symptoms of leg arteries having blockages.
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“Those blockages could have formed because of high levels of cholesterol, and so that brings us back to the importance of prevention.”
Peripheral artery disease can be prevented by amending lifestyle habits linked to the condition, such as smoking and drinking.
Source: Daily Express
