Amputation Prevention Treatment Los Angeles | Dr. Bill Releford
Diabetes affects the entire body but can lead to foot complications in particular. Independent or poorly controlled diabetes can damage the nerves of your leg, known as peripheral neuropathy . It gives essential information to the brain regarding pressure, pain, and temperature. Once these nerves are damaged, it can cause the foot's numbness and an inability to detect specific stimuli. Blood Circulation Problem: Diabetes can also provide problems with blood circulation. Diabetes and smoking are the more substantial risk factors for the development of peripheral arterial disease (PAD). The feet are the farthest part of your body from the heart and require the proper distribution of oxygen and nutrients to the tissues as well as the removal of waste products for optimal operation. Your immune cells use the circulatory system as highways where they are needed. When an injury or infection occurs, immune cells in the blood and the healing factor have difficulty reac...