Dr. Ketan Marker

Dr. Ketan Marker - Diabetic Foot Specialist in Sanduwadi, Chembur, Mumbai

Dr. Ketan Marker

General Surgeon
Sanduwadi, Chembur, Mumbai

About Doctor

Renowned General Surgeon Dr. Ketan Marker Practices in Mumbai and Specializes in Patient-Centered Care and Surgical Techniques. Hernia Repairs, Gallbladder Surgeries, Appendectomies, and Other General Surgical Procedures Are Among the Many Procedures in Which Dr. Marker Have Substantial Competence. His Meticulous Attention to Detail, Comprehensive Pre-Operative Evaluations, and Compassionate Post-Operative Care Set Him Apart from the Competition and Help Ensure the Best Possible Outcomes for His Patients.

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What is Diabetic Foot Ulcer

A diabetic foot ulcer is a sore that arises on a diabetic's foot as a result of decreased sensitivity, nerve loss, or inadequate circulation. High blood sugar levels slow recovery. Ulcers, if not treated properly, can result in infections, tissue death, or amputation. Early detection and treatment are critical in avoiding problems.

What is Diabetic Foot Ulcer
Why is Diabetic Foot Ulcer

Why is Diabetic Foot Ulcer

Diabetic foot ulcers are persistent sores caused by nerve degeneration and impaired circulation in diabetics. High blood sugar impairs healing, resulting in tissue degradation and ulcers. They are prone to infection and may necessitate amputation if left untreated. Early intervention, focused on blood sugar control and preventive foot care, is critical.

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Q. What is diabetic foot?

Ans. Diabetes-related foot problems are known as diabetic foot. Elevated blood sugar affects blood vessels (slow healing) and nerves (numbness), making minor foot injuries dangerous.

What is diabetic foot?
Why do ulcers on the feet happen?

Q. Why do ulcers on the feet happen?

Ans. Diabetes has two main causes of foot ulcers: poor circulation hinders healing, which allows minor issues to become ulcers, and numbness from nerve loss causes you to miss injuries.

Q. What is needed to manage diabetic foot?

Ans. Diabetes can impede healing and cause neuropathy, or numb feet. This causes minor wounds to develop into dangerous ulcers. Take daily care of it by inspecting, cleaning, and protecting your feet.

What is needed to manage diabetic foot?
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