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My legs usually get hotter than the rest of my body. sometimes i can literally feel heat coming from my legs, even during winter. what could this be?

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Dr. Warren Wolfe answered

Good circulation ?: In my experience this an unusual symptom excluding infection or allergy. I think a through exam by your family physician is in order.

Answered 6/27/2017

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A member asked:

My legs usually get hotter than the rest of my body. sometimes i can literally feel heat coming from my legs, even during winter. what could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Warren Wolfe answered

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