Dr. Poonam Tuteja

Dr. Poonam Tuteja - Comprehensive Diabetic Foot Surgeon in Matunga West, Mumbai

Dr. Poonam Tuteja

Diabetic Foot Surgeon
Near City Light Cinema, Matunga West, Mumbai

About Doctor

Reputable Diabetic Foot Surgeon in Matunga West, Mumbai, Dr. Poonam Tuteja Specializes in Treating Foot Problems Associated with Diabetes. with the Aim of Maintaining Limb Function and Enhancing Her Patients' Quality of Life, Dr. Tuteja Specializes in the Prevention and Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcers, Infections, and Deformities. She Offers Comprehensive Care. Her Approach Integrates Surgical Procedures with Multidisciplinary Care, Including Patient Education, Vascular Assessment, and Wound Management.

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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.

FAQs

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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