6 Silent Signs in Your Feet That Could Warn of a Heart Attack Weeks in Advance

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Have you noticed cuts, blisters, or sores on your feet that seem to linger or resist healing?

Slow-healing wounds, particularly on the toes or heels, can indicate chronic poor circulation, which deprives the skin of the nutrients and oxygen needed to repair itself.

This symptom is especially dangerous for people with diabetes, but even in non-diabetics, it can signal early heart disease or vascular damage. Over time, these untreated wounds can lead to infections or even amputations in severe cases.

6. Pain When Walking (Claudication)

If your feet or calves cramp or ache while walking, but the pain eases when you stop, it could be more than just fatigue—it may be claudication, another hallmark of peripheral artery disease.

Claudication often occurs:

  • After short periods of walking
  • In both legs, though sometimes one side is worse
  • As a recurring symptom that worsens over time

This discomfort is a sign that your muscles aren’t getting the oxygen-rich blood they need during movement, and it’s one of the strongest predictors of future cardiovascular events, including heart attacks.

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