Question 1

can you get a diabetic foot amputation from cheating everyday?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Diabetics lifetime risk of 15-20% of developing a foot ulcer and of those 15-20% will go on to amputations. Those % are going to increase to 25% in the next few years. Multiple risk factors lead to ulcers and amputation, and high blood sugars is one of them. High blood sugars leads to neuropathy, poor circulation and foot deformities among other things. Keeping your sugars under control is key.

Question 2

treatment for charcot foot?

Accepted Answer

Primarily : Staying off the foot, non weight bearing is the key. Unfortunately, there is not much else. There is some debate whether the bisphosphanates medications are of any value, but there is no concrete evidence that they work. Off loading by non weight bearing is the key. It is a horrific disease process.

Question 3

will i be able to run after a foot amputation?

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Yes: It depends on your strength and conditioning and the level of amputation.  Most people can perform all daily activities and enjoy a regular excercize routine.

Question 4

is it normal to be depressed after a foot amputation?

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Yes: Absolutely. Anti-depressants and group counseling will help.

Question 5

what would be the time frame for a diabetic who needs foot amputation:  is it an emergency?

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Each case different: When your doctor recommends amputation it is typically time to do so.  Physicians will use this as a last resort.  Not doing the amputation can become life threatening due to gangrene and septic shock.

Question 6

what actually happens during a foot amputation?

Accepted Answer

Series of steps: Anesthesia is provided, followed by tourniquet application.  Skin is preserved to cover the amputation site, and all muscle-tendon tissues and blood vessels cut to expose the bone.  A saw device is used to resect the bone and remove the amputated tissues.  Closure of the skin flap is done to protect the exposed ends of the live tissue.

Question 7

relation between diabetes and foot amputation?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Diabetes destroys the peripheral circulation.  Faster when out of control, slower with good control.  The feet as the most distant part of the circulation are the most vulnerable.  Good news, the Insulin pumps just keep getting better.  If you don't have one yet, you may in the near future.

Question 8

can a person drive a car after a foot amputation?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are cars which are outfitted for handicapped people which allows even amputees to drive.

Question 9

how much blood will i lose during foot amputation?

Accepted Answer

Not much: It should not be enough to require a transfusion unless you are anemic beforehand. Your surgeon will use a tourniquet during surgery if he is concerned about blood loss. Many times an amputation is required because there isn't enough blood to a limb, in which case blood loss should be minor.

Question 10

how can i avoid a foot amputation if i am diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Diabetic Foot Care: The best way to avoid diabetic foot ulcers is to keep your blood glucose under control.  Also, your pcp should perform a diabetic foot exam using a monofilament to check your foot sensation.  You may also want to have diabetic foot care performed by a podiatrist.

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