How are foot ulcers due to circulation treated?

Mr Joseph Shalhoub, Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon talks about Peripheral Arterial Disease and the long term outcome. He's clear that if Diabetes and blood sugars are not well controlled then the risk of complications from PAD are greater. Specifically be discusses ulcers, infection and amputation of toes or even the foot.

Sister Parminder Rihal, Diabetes Specialist Nurse explains why blood sugar control control is so important. She explains that damage is being done to arteries and nerves and other tissues in your organs without you knowing. She talks about possible silent heart attacks, strokes, damage to the nerves of your feet and damage to the kidneys.

Mr Joseph Shalhoub, Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon talks about why people with Diabetes might develop Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) - narrowing of the arteries which supply the foot. He talks about blood sugar control being important in this.

Dr Prashant Vas, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about the risk to you Cardio-Vascular System with Diabetes and how these can be reduced. He talks about the risk are not just to the heart but everywhere which has a circulation and a blood supply. These areas include eyes, kidney, brain and the heart as well as the legs and arms.

Dr Prashant Vas, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about the importance of Glucose Control in preventing nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy) and Peripheral Arterial Disease (narrowing of the arteries to the feet). He advocates personalising your blood sugar target with your healthcare provider team.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about how to avoid damage to eyes and other organs with Diabetes. He explains that much relates to 'tight' blood glucose control. He also talks about issues which can occur when you quickly try to improve blood glucose control.