Jammu, Aug. 25 -- Dr. T. S. Kler, Chairman & HOD - BLK-Max Heart & Vascular Institute, Chairman Pan Max - Electrophysiology, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, Delhi
Persistent leg pain or cramping while walking is often dismissed as a sign of ageing, muscle fatigue, or arthritis. However, it could actually be an early warning sign of an underlying heart or blood vessel disease. Pain in the calves, thighs, or buttocks during physical activity should never be ignored, especially if it improves with rest.
This type of pain, known medically as intermittent claudication, is often the first symptom of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)-a condition in which the arteries supplying the legs become narrowed.
How Leg Pain Can Signal Heart Disease
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