15 Heart Disease Warning Signs You Are Most Likely To Ignore

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7. Swelling in Legs, Feet, and Ankles

Swelling in legs, feet and ankles is caused by a fluid accumulation in the body, which indicates that there is a heart problem that’s worsening over time. The fluid buildup is caused by the decreased blood flow from the heart, to the veins, then back to the heart again. This causes fluid accumulation in the lower limbs.

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