It is the desire of many women have smooth and shiny feet, even during adverse and cold weather. However, if you notice that your skin is shiny even without excessive care, it may indicate health problems. , it can go a symptom of several serious diseases that require immediate medical attention.
Shiny skin can indicate serious conditions
Doktor Babak Ashrafi warned, shiny skin on the legs can be a symptom of various diseasesincluding peripheral arterial disease (PAD). Experts say that this is a common condition in which the accumulation of fatty deposits in the arteries restricts the blood supply to the leg muscles. Although this disease is not immediately life-threatening, if left untreated, it can lead to death to serious problems including heart attack and stroke.
Shiny leather it can also indicate other health problemsfor example for edema (fluid retention) or deep vein thrombosis, a blood clot that forms in a deep vein in the body, usually in the leg or thigh.
Shiny legs can be related to stroke or heart attack.
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What happens if you don’t treat the symptom?
Ashrafi pointed out that this symptom can occur for a variety of reasons, but is often related to skin changes or poor circulation. “The supply of oxygen and nutrients to the skin cells can be reduced, causing skin looks smooth, taut and shiny,” he explained, noting that untreated shiny skin related to circulatory problems can lead to several complications.
Shiny legs though they can also be the result of less serious causes that are usually not related to the mentioned health problems. According to Ashrafi, they can be the result of excessive hydration, damage to the skin during physical exercise, hot weather and sweating, or a reaction to waxing or shaving. “To the origin of this problem tobacco use, which impairs blood flow and damages blood vessels, can also contribute“, he added.
Shiny skin on the feet can indicate serious conditions.
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The expert pointed out that several groups of people are exposed to this symptom. According to him, they belong here people aged 50 and over, patients with diabetes or high blood pressure, and people with a family history of circulatory diseases. “Although shiny skin can be a result of a less serious condition, it is important to have it checked by a doctor who it will eliminate all potential problems and ensure your safety“, he noted.
