Diabetic Foot Conditions
Ischemic Ulcer
An ischemic ulcer is caused by inadequate blood supply to the foot. Unlike neuropathic ulcers, these wounds are often painful and tend to occur at the toes, heel or foot margins.
warning Symptoms & Signs
- check_circle Painful wound, often at the toes or heel
- check_circle Cold, pale or bluish foot
- check_circle Weak or absent foot pulses
- check_circle Slow-healing or non-healing sore
help Causes & Risk Factors
- check_circle Peripheral artery disease
- check_circle Smoking
- check_circle Diabetes-related arterial damage
- check_circle High cholesterol
emergency When to See a Doctor
- check_circle A painful wound that will not heal
- check_circle A cold, discoloured foot
- check_circle Rest pain in the foot, especially at night
medical_services How Dr. Shah Treats It
Restoring blood flow is the priority — through angioplasty, stenting or bypass surgery — alongside wound care and risk-factor control. Revascularisation often makes the difference between healing and amputation.
Discuss your treatment arrow_forwardquiz Frequently Asked Questions
Often yes. Endovascular procedures or bypass surgery can re-open or route around blocked arteries, allowing the wound to heal.