Your feet can provide early signs of serious health conditions like heart disease and diabetes. Poor circulation, often linked to heart disease, may cause symptoms such as cold feet, slow-healing wounds, pain while walking, cramping, or discoloration. These signs indicate inadequate blood flow and should not be ignored.
Diabetes can also impact your feet, leading to tingling, burning, slow-healing wounds, and changes in skin, nail texture, or foot shape. Infections like athlete’s foot or ulcers are common in diabetics and can result in amputations if left untreated. With 80% of lower limb amputations in the U.S. being diabetes-related, it’s crucial to monitor foot health for early signs and seek medical attention to prevent complications.
