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Gangrene of the foot
A condition characterized by the death and decomposition of tissue in the foot, which can either obstruct circulation or cause a bacterial infection.
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Rare
Rare | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
Baby0-2 | |||||
Preteen6-13 | |||||
Teenager14-18 | |||||
Young adult19-40 | |||||
Middle-aged adult41-60 | Common |
How it can usually be treated?
Can be cured with medical treatment
How is it usually diagnosed?
Requires diagnosis by a medical professional
Body locations
Skin
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