Neuropathic ulcers in Diabetes - why do they happen?

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist, talks about how to prevent problems if you have peripheral neuropathy (damage to the nerves of the legs and feet) caused by diabetes. He discusses a number of ways to prevent problems from developing over time.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about the causes of why people with diabetes can have problems with their feet. He talks about how to avoid foot problems, particularly if you have issues with your nerves (neuropathy).

Dr Prashant Vas, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist explains why people with Diabetes get foot problems. He explains it's often a combination of Diabetic nerve damage and Diabetic artery disease as well as foot deformities which can also occur due to nerve damage.

Dr Prashant Vas, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist explains how soon you should be seen if you develop a 'Foot Attack' as a person with Diabetes. He explains that more serious complications can potentially be prevented with early treatment.

Dr Prashant Vas, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about how difficult it is to heal ulcers in the feet of people with Diabetes. He explains that healing is easier the quicker the treatment is given. In the UK, he says, that 50% of Diabetic foot ulcers heal within 12 weeks with treatment.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about the usual locations of ulcers which are caused by lack of blood supply (Ischamic Ulcers). He talks about ulcers on the tips of the toes as well as the soles of the feet. He also and how different causes can occur together so we can't rely on location alone.