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Leg pain can warn of a serious condition: Why peripheral artery disease (PAD) needs more attention
Pain in your legs when you walk may seem like a normal part of getting older. But it can be a warning sign that the arteries carrying blood to your legs are becoming blocked, a condition called peripheral artery disease (PAD) .
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Leg pain while walking can signal peripheral artery disease, where arterial blockages reduce blood flow to the legs and may lead to sudden loss of circulation, sometimes described as a “heart attack of the leg.” The condition often appears as a normal part of aging, but its severity varies, and the burden is not shared equally across populations. Recognizing leg pain as a potential warning sign highlights the need for greater attention to PAD detection and management.
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