I'm A Surgeon ― Shiny Skin On Your Lower Legs Can Reveal Heart Health Issues

Dr Karan Rajan, a surgeon, author, and lecturer, addressed a TikTok video of a man with shiny legs, suggesting it could indicate poor blood flow due to peripheral arterial disease. Risk factors include smoking, diabetes, high blood pressure, age, family history of heart problems, and ethnicity. Additional symptoms of this condition include hair loss, numbness, ulcers, and muscle wasting, prompting a visit to a GP if experienced.

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