Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment in Santacruz
Treat diabetic foot ulcers to prevent further damage. Dr. Kunal Arora offers the best diabetic foot ulcer treatment in Santacruz. Book your consultation today and take the first step toward speedy recovery.
What is Diabetic Foot Ulcer?
A foot ulcer suffered by a person with diabetes is an open wound or sore located on the foot and typically appears in areas that are likely to be rubbed or pressed. Diabetes reduces sensation in the feet and slows down the healing process. For that reason, injuries on the feet often go unnoticed and can develop into infections.
Dr. Kunal Arora is a well-known diabetic foot ulcer specialist in Santacruz and offers quality services in managing diabetic foot ulcers. Contact us to make an appointment today.
What causes diabetic foot ulcers?
Diabetic foot ulcers may arise as a result of various issues arising from diabetes:
- High Blood Sugar Levels: High sugar levels may affect the healing process.
- Low Circulation: Poor circulation affects the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to injured areas.
- Damage to Nerves: Low sensitivity in the nerves may fail to alert you to any injuries on your feet.
The injury may progressively deteriorate and eventually lead to infection. Seek professional medical services from Dr. Kunal Arora for diabetic foot ulcers in Santacruz.
Symptoms of Diabetic Foot Ulcer
Diabetics can develop foot ulcers from simple things like cuts, blisters, calluses, or breaks in the skin. These usually emphasize the sole of the foot or the parts of the foot. Nerve damage may cause numbness, an inability to feel pain. When blood circulation is not good, healing is slowed.
Symptoms include:
- A sore that fails to heal
- Swelling, redness, or warmth in the affected area
- Fluid draining from the wound
- Pain or hardened tissue surrounding the ulcer
- Darkened or thickened skin near the affected area
- Colour change to the toes or feet (blue, purple or black)
- Chills or fever when infection occurs
Dr. Kunal Arora offers reliable diabetic foot infection treatment in Santacruz for diabetic foot ulcers. Schedule your appointment now.
How Are Diabetic Foot Ulcers Diagnosed?
Healthcare professionals do more than just look at the wound when diagnosing a diabetic foot ulcer. They also examine the ulcer, circulation and sensory levels of the patient, and infection risk.
This evaluation aims to determine the extent of the ulcer’s involvement of the foot, and whether the situation warrants urgent intervention. Diagnosis is possible through clinical examination and several tests.
Wound Evaluation
The doctor will analyse the ulcer’s size and evaluate its depth and placement. The doctor will check the skin around the ulcer for oedema or drainage.
Neuro Assessment
Diabetic neuropathy can result in loss of sensation that can cause undiscovered injury. Monofilament testing and other tests can demonstrate lack of feeling.
Assessment of Circulation
Healthcare practitioners will assess your pulse rate. They may use an ankle brachial index, toe pressure measurement or Doppler ultrasonography to assess circulation.
Tests for Bone Damage or Infection
Tests for detecting infections involve taking your blood sample and culturing your wound. An X-ray and MRI may be undertaken if the wound is deep or fails to respond to any treatment.
Dr. Kunal Arora is a specialist in complex diabetic foot infections. Schedule an appointment with our diabetic foot doctor in Santacruz for a personalized assessment and treatment plan.
How to Reduce the Risk of Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Preventive measures can help avoid pressure in vulnerable areas and address problems that may predispose one to foot ulcers.
- Release of pressure areas: Avoiding pressure in sensitive areas of the feet can help prevent injuries.
- Correction of foot deformities: Foot deformities such as bunion and hammer toe can put the individual at risk of developing pressure areas.
- Management of Charcot foot: The foot deformity can be addressed through proper management to maintain stability.
- Enhancing circulation: Endovascular measures, stent placement or artery bypass can be used to correct peripheral vascular problems.
- Amputations if required: In cases where the infections become severe or in case there is poor circulation, it becomes necessary to amputate the toes, foot, or even a part of the lower extremity.
Consult Dr. Kunal Arora for expert diabetic wound care in Santacruz. Book your appointment today for personalised evaluation and care.
Why Choose Dr. Kunal Arora for Diabetic Foot Ulcer Surgery?
- Extensive Experience
Dr. Kunal Arora is an interventional radiologist in Mumbai with more than 12 years of medical experience, more than 8 years in Vascular and Interventional Radiology. - Advanced Vascular Expertise
He specializes in modern vascular procedures, using minimally invasive techniques to treat blood vessel conditions and complications of diabetic foot. - Research & Recognition
His involvement in medical research includes receiving awards and presenting radiology-related work at national and international forums. - Individualised Patient Care
Each patient undergoes a personalised evaluation, allowing treatment plans to be developed according to their specific vascular concerns and care requirements.
Dr. Kunal Arora provides specialised diabetic foot ulcer treatment in Santacruz. Contact us today to book a consultation.
