Diabetic Foot Ulcer: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
A diabetic foot ulcer is an open wound on the foot in someone with diabetes, often due to nerve damage and poor circulation. It needs prompt care to avoid serious infection.
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Diabetic Foot Ulcer in India
Diabetic Foot Ulcer is diagnosed and treated by vascular surgery specialists. At a first consultation, a specialist can examine you, confirm the cause and explain which treatment suits your case, such as Diabetic Foot Debridement.
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Specialists by City
| City | Doctors Listed in This Speciality | Hospitals |
|---|---|---|
| Hyderabad | 22 | 567 |
| Delhi NCR | 16 | 672 |
| Navi Mumbai | 6 | 125 |
| Chennai | 5 | 514 |
| Vadodara | 5 | 66 |
| Madurai | 4 | 32 |
| Nagpur | 4 | 102 |
| Bangalore | 3 | 448 |
| Chandigarh | 3 | 33 |
| Mysore | 3 | 28 |
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| City | Doctors Listed in This Speciality | Hospitals |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpri-Chinchwad | 3 | 3 |
| Thane | 3 | 230 |
| Visakhapatnam | 3 | 63 |
| Ahmadnagar | 2 | 155 |
| Bhopal | 2 | 82 |
| Indore | 2 | 68 |
| Jamshedpur | 2 | 23 |
| Kozhikode | 2 | 10 |
| Nellore | 2 | 7 |
| Pune | 2 | 296 |
| Ballari | 1 | 1 |
| Borivli | 1 | 0 |
| Chikkamagaluru | 1 | 0 |
| Coimbatore | 1 | 76 |
| Cuttack | 1 | 10 |
| Davangere | 1 | 0 |
| Greater_Noida | 1 | 18 |
| Guntur | 1 | 16 |
| Guwahati | 1 | 19 |
| Habra | 1 | 0 |
| Hubli | 1 | 6 |
| Jaipur | 1 | 154 |
| Kalyan | 1 | 0 |
| Karimnagar | 1 | 19 |
| Kolkata | 1 | 405 |
| Kukatpalli | 1 | 0 |
| Meerut | 1 | 18 |
| Mumbai | 1 | 419 |
| Nadiad | 1 | 1 |
| Nashik | 1 | 79 |
| Ongole | 1 | 0 |
| Ranchi | 1 | 148 |
| Salem | 1 | 21 |
| Shivaji_Nagar | 1 | 0 |
| Srinagar | 1 | 7 |
| Surat | 1 | 72 |
| Yamuna Nagar | 1 | 0 |
Treatment Options
| Treatment | Specialist | Cities Listed |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetic Foot Debridement | Vascular Surgery | 47 |
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Causes
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Poor blood flow
- Pressure from footwear
Diagnosis
- Foot examination
- Doppler study
- X-ray for bone infection
When to see a doctor
See a doctor the same day for any foot wound if you have diabetes.
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Diabetic Foot Ulcer treatment cost
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FAQs
What are the common symptoms of Diabetic Foot Ulcer?
A wound that won't heal; Swelling, redness or discharge; Numbness in the feet; Black skin (gangrene).
What causes Diabetic Foot Ulcer?
Diabetic nerve damage; Poor blood flow; Pressure from footwear.
How is Diabetic Foot Ulcer diagnosed?
Foot examination; Doppler study; X-ray for bone infection.
What are the treatment options?
Depending on severity, options include Diabetic Foot Debridement. A specialist will recommend what suits you after examination.
When should I see a doctor?
See a doctor the same day for any foot wound if you have diabetes.