pooling in the legs instead of efficiently returning to the heart.
3. Changes in Skin Color or Temperature
Your skin can provide important clues about blood flow.
Warning signs may include:
- Pale feet or toes.
- Bluish skin discoloration.
- Reddish patches.
- Feet that consistently feel cold.
These changes may occur because insufficient oxygen-rich blood is reaching the tissues.
Healthy circulation helps maintain normal skin color and temperature. When blood flow becomes restricted, these visible changes can develop.
Cold feet are particularly common among individuals with circulation issues.
