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Diabetic lower limb amputation because of gangrene 3 weeks later skin getting black around wound?is gangerene stil there?what's the reason?
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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.
Answered 10/23/2018
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