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Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment

DIABETIC FOOT ULCER TREATMENT At Wockhardt Hospitals, we understand the debilitating impact of diabetic foot ulcers, which is why we offer advanced diabetic foot ulcer treatment options. Why Choose Wockhardt Hospitals for Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment? Wockhardt Hospitals is one of the most renowned hospitals for diabetic foot ulcer treatment in India. We strive to offer the best treatment for the condition to reduce the chances of amputation of the affected area. Our board-certified and highly experienced doctors follow the patient-centric approach during the treatment for utmost satisfaction. Our state-of-the-art infrastructure, world-class facilities, cutting-edge technology, and well-trained medical staff have made us the most preferred hospital for diabetic foot ulcer operation and post-operative care. We are currently using the GFC or Growth Factor Concentrate Therapy, which is a groundbreaking therapy. It uses the patient’s platelets which are purified and used as an acellular growth factor. This gives consistent quality and quantity. Thus, this therapy has a high chance of reducing the amputation of the feet and is the best treatment for diabetic foot ulcers. Also, we are amongst the top hospitals to use GFC for foot ulcer treatment for diabetes. Renowned Diabetic Foot Ulcer Doctors at Wockhardt Hospitals Mumbai Central Mira Road Nagpur Rajkot Dr. Shraddha Deshpande Diabetic Foot UlcerMumbai Central Book An Appointment Find All Doctor Dr Shraddha Deshpande Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment Mira Road Book An Appointment Dr Aditi Agarwal Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment Mira Road Book An Appointment Dr. Paratap Nadar Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment Mira Road Book An Appointment Find All Doctor Find All Doctor Dr Vikas jain Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment Rajkot Book An Appointment Dr Dharam Chandrani Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment Rajkot Book An Appointment Find All Doctor What is Diabetic Foot Ulcer? A diabetic foot ulcer is a skin sore with skin thickness and skin loss on the foot due to vascular or neuropathic complications in type 1 and 2 diabetes mellitus patients. Approximately 34% of diabetic patients get diabetic foot ulcers during their lifetime. The risk factors of diabetic foot ulcers are as follows : Type 2 diabetes is more prevalent than type 1. Having diabetes for more than ten years. Family history of diabetic foot ulcers. Foot ulcers are usually caused due to high blood sugar levels damaging the sensory nerves in peripheral neuropathy. This results in altered or complete loss of sensation and inability to feel pain. It is also caused by damage in the blood vessels due to the long duration of blood sugar and a decrease in the blood flow to the feet. What are the Symptoms of Diabetic Foot Ulcer? The most common symptom of diabetic foot ulcers is black tissue surrounding the ulcer, which forms because of the absence of healthy blood flow to the area around the ulcer. Also, you might see partial or complete tissue death due to infection around the affected area, causing pain, numbness, and pus discharge. However, some other signs and symptoms of diabetic foot ulcers are : Darkened skin on the affected area Numbness Loss of hair around the affected area Pain and tingling Loss of senses Also, look out for the following symptoms of diabetic foot ulcers : Discharge of fluid or pus from the ulcer Foul smell and swelling Changes in the skin or toenails (cuts, blisters, sores, or calluses) Skin discolouration and redness at times. Sometimes, diabetic foot ulcers don’t show symptoms until they become infected. What are the Causes of Diabetic Foot Ulcer? Diabetic foot ulcers are commonly caused by the following Poor Blood Circulation When the blood does not flow to your feet efficiently, it is called poor blood circulation. It does not allow your blood to flow to your feet efficiently. Nerve Damage Nerve damage can lead to loss of sensation in your feet. They might feel tingly and painful at times, which might cause ulcers on your feet. Hyperglycemia (High Blood Sugar Level) Hyperglycemia slows down the healing process, which leads to ulcers, therefore, people with type 2 diabetes have a hard time fighting off ulcer infections. Procedures to Be Taken Diabetic foot treatment in India is very common. When you have diabetic foot ulcers, it is recommended to stay off the feet. This is because pressure from walking can lead to painful experiences and might worsen the condition. The doctors might recommend you wear the following to prevent the pain: Shoes for diabetes people to prevent corns and calluses Foot braces Casts Compression wraps You must see a doctor immediately for a diabetic foot ulcer treatment. This is because the infection is a severe complication of a foot ulcer. Doctors usually remove the ulcers using debridement (removing dead skin that might have caused the ulcer). However, all ulcer infections are not treated the same way. The tissue extracted during debridement is sent to the lab to determine the type of antibody required. If there is a severe infection, the doctor might ask you for an X-ray to assess the bone condition. If you have diabetes, the ability to fight off an infection reduces, and the wound does not heal on time. Thus, it gets deeper into the skin and affects the bones. You can prevent the foot ulcer with the following : Frequent dressing of foot ulcers to keep them dry will ward off infections. Foot bath Use disinfectant around the ulcer area. Enzyme treatments Dressing it regularly to inhibit bacterial growth. Your doctor will also provide antibiotics, antiplatelets, and anti-clotting medications to treat ulcers and slow infections. If the condition is severe and is worsening with each passing day, the doctors might recommend diabetic foot operations to shave down the bone or remove foot abnormalities such as hammertoes and bunions. When no option is left, the doctor might amputate the affected area. Types of Diabetic Foot Ulcers Diabetic foot ulcers can occur anywhere and anytime if you suffer from type 2 diabetes mellitus. Several types enlisted below require extensive foot ulcer treatment for diabetes. Neuropathic Ulcers Neuropathy or nerve damage ulcers