Dr. Yashpal Singh

Diabetic Foot Doctor in Lucknow

MBBS, MS, DNB Peripheral Vascular Surgery

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Dr. Yashpal Singh is a highly regarded Diabetic Foot Doctor in Lucknow, with over 18 years of specialized experience in vascular and endovascular surgery. His expertise covers a wide range of vascular conditions, including diabetic foot care, ensuring patients receive comprehensive and effective treatment.


Qualifications

  • MBBS – GSVM Medical College, Kanpur
  • MS – B. R. D. Medical College, Gorakhpur
  • DNB – Peripheral Vascular Surgery – Narayana Hrudalaya, Bangalore

Professional Expertise

  • 18+ Years of Clinical Experience
  • Former Consultant & Head, Department of Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, Sahara Hospital, Lucknow
  • Formerly at King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow

What is Diabetic Foot?

Diabetic foot refers to a range of foot problems that people with diabetes may face due to the effects of high blood sugar on nerves and blood vessels. Over time, diabetes can damage the nerves in the feet (a condition known as neuropathy) and decrease blood circulation (called peripheral arterial disease), making it harder for wounds and injuries to heal. This combination of nerve damage and poor circulation can lead to complications such as:

  • Foot Ulcers: Open sores or wounds that can become infected.
  • Nerve Damage: Leading to numbness, tingling, and loss of sensation in the feet, causing injuries to go unnoticed.
  • Charcot Foot: A condition where the bones in the foot become weakened, causing deformities.
  • Infections: Due to poor circulation, infections can spread quickly and be harder to treat.

Without proper care and management, diabetic foot problems can lead to serious complications such as amputation. Regular monitoring, proper foot care, and timely medical intervention are crucial to preventing these outcomes.

Symptoms of Diabetic Foot

Diabetic foot problems can be varied, depending on the severity of nerve damage and circulation issues. Some common symptoms include:

  1. Numbness or Tingling: As nerve damage progresses, you may experience numbness, tingling, or a “pins and needles” sensation in your feet, which makes it harder to detect injuries.

  2. Pain or Discomfort: Some people experience burning or sharp pain in their feet, particularly in the toes and heels. This can occur even without visible injuries.

  3. Foot Ulcers: Open sores, or ulcers, are common in people with diabetes. These sores can occur due to minor injuries or pressure from footwear and may not heal properly due to poor circulation.

  4. Changes in Skin Color: The skin around diabetic foot ulcers may become red, purple, or darken as a result of poor circulation and infection.

  5. Swelling: Swelling in the feet or ankles can occur due to fluid buildup caused by poor circulation.

  6. Infections: If there is a wound, it is more likely to become infected, which can result in redness, heat, or drainage from the wound.

  7. Cold Feet: Poor circulation can make your feet feel cold to the touch, even if the surrounding areas of your body are warm.

  8. Deformities in the Foot: In some cases, nerve damage can lead to deformities such as Charcot foot, where the bones in the feet weaken and collapse, causing visible changes in foot structure.

Causes of Diabetic Foot

Several factors contribute to the development of diabetic foot complications, primarily stemming from uncontrolled diabetes. The main causes are:

  1. Nerve Damage (Neuropathy): High blood sugar levels can damage nerves in the feet, leading to diabetic neuropathy. This condition reduces sensation, making it difficult to feel injuries or infections. Minor cuts or blisters can worsen without notice, leading to ulcers and infections.

  2. Poor Circulation (Peripheral Arterial Disease): Diabetes can lead to the narrowing of blood vessels, restricting blood flow to the feet. This decreases the amount of oxygen and nutrients the tissues in the feet receive, hindering the body’s ability to heal wounds or fight off infections.

  3. Weakened Immune System: People with diabetes often have a weakened immune system, making them more susceptible to infections. Even minor cuts or blisters can become infected quickly, which can be harder to treat due to reduced blood flow.

  4. Foot Deformities: Chronic high blood sugar levels can affect the structure of the feet, leading to deformities such as Charcot foot, where the bones become weakened and prone to fractures or dislocations.

  5. Dry Skin: Diabetes can lead to reduced sweating, causing the skin on the feet to become dry and cracked. This can make the skin more prone to breaks, leading to infection.

  6. Improper Footwear: Wearing shoes that do not fit properly, combined with the loss of sensation from neuropathy, can lead to blisters, pressure sores, and other injuries that are hard to notice and heal in people with diabetes.

  7. High Blood Sugar: Consistently high blood sugar levels can weaken the immune system, impair circulation, and increase the risk of infections, all of which contribute to diabetic foot complications.