Question 1

when does someone get an amputation done? only if gangrene?

Accepted Answer

Most of the time: Amputations are done most likely for gangrene, but also there are other.Her are they:o	 circulatory disorders
o	 neoplasm
o	 trauma
o	 deformities
o	 infection
o	athletic performance
o	 legal punishment.

Question 2

what happens if a type 2 diabetic with gangrene refuses amputation?

Accepted Answer

They usually die: Usual result is septic shock and death if the damaged tissues are not removed ahead of the gangrene process.

Question 3

diabetic lower limb amputation because of gangrene 3 weeks later skin getting black around wound?is gangerene  stil there?what's the reason?

Accepted Answer

Probably: Blackening skin is, by definition, gangrene.  Low blood flow or infection is usually the cause.  If it is relatively localized and superficial it may eventually heal on its own.  If it is deeper, it may require higher level amputation.  Your surgeon will be able to tell.

Question 4

if you have a foot amputation to get rid of gangrene, will you later need a leg amputation?

Accepted Answer

You should not: Predicting a more proximal leg amputation depends on how well the 1st amputation level was determined to optmize healing & function, aggressive treatment of the cause of amputation (control diabetes, resolve infection, maintain or improving blood flow, stop smoking, normalize cholesterol & triglycerides ) and early identifcation of any new problem. Continued follow up with you doctor is mandatory.

Question 5

my dad is 91 with parkinson's & recently had a stroke and has a gangrenous toe.  which is less painful, dying from gangrene or having an amputation?

Accepted Answer

Gangrene: The gangrenous toe will not necessarily kill him.  Nor will an amputation .  However, the gangrenous toe will probably demarcate and actually fall of on its own.  Seek the advise of both your podiatrist and a vascular specialist - who will be working together in his care.

Question 6

i have mild chronic balanitis,antifungal cream didn't work,awaiting swab results. will i get gangrene and penis amputation? i'm seeing urologist soon

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: cannot say in your particular case, but generally, it isn't that serious a condition

Question 7

i developed severe dry gangrene on right foot after trauma, 4 toes already amputated, but it is spreading very slow. how long can i delay amputation?

Accepted Answer

If there is no : Infection you can delay in definately as the gangrenous tissue will auto amputate, however, I would make sure I am evaluated by a vascular doctor.

Question 8

diabetic, heart patient on dialysis with hypatitis c just had leg amputation because of gangrene,now really hard and swollen stomach,is because of hc?

Accepted Answer

Could be any: number of things, such as ascites, fluid overload, infection, liver failure,ore even malignancy,  Get him to his doctor asap.

Question 9

my mother has lost her right big toe to gangrene due to diabetic foot. it has spread to remaining 4 toes all gone black. can we avoid amputation?

Accepted Answer

Poor Circulation: Your Mom should see a Vascular Surgeon immediately to have her circulation evaluated. Many Vascular Surgeons practice limb salvage and can help you to determine whether or not you have any other options.

Question 10

mother, 66, had gangrene/ partial foot amputation, is not diabetic, had 3 stents in her legs due to poor circulation & heavy smoker. life expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Statistically...: Unfortunately, these effects you describe don't just have an effect on the feet and legs. The effect vital organs are effected as well.  5 years has been reported as an expected life span after an amputation, but this is just an average.  It could be more or less depending on many other lifestyle factors.

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I have mild chronic balanitis,antifungal cream didn't work,awaiting swab results. will i get gangrene and penis amputation? i'm seeing urologist soon

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I developed severe dry gangrene on right foot after trauma, 4 toes already amputated, but it is spreading very slow. how long can i delay amputation?

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Diabetic, heart patient on dialysis with hypatitis c just had leg amputation because of gangrene,now really hard and swollen stomach,is because of hc?

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My mother has lost her right big toe to gangrene due to diabetic foot. it has spread to remaining 4 toes all gone black. can we avoid amputation?

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