Blockage of Leg Arteries
Alternate Names : Arterial Insufficiency of the Legs, Calf Pain with Exercise, Intermittent Claudication, Recurrent Leg Cramping, Recurrent Leg Pain, Vaso-Occlusive Disease of the Legs
Call your Health Care Provider if
There are many other causes of leg pain such as arthritis or low blood potassium. However, some causes of leg pain may be life threatening such a blood clot in the legs. Seek medical attention if you have:
- Leg pain that does not go away.
- Legs that may be red, hot or swollen.
- Any chest pain or shortness of breath accompanying leg pain.
- Diabetes.
- If you are pregnant.
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