In our last post we introduced you to a potentially devastating foot complication related to diabetes, Charcot. (Read the first post in this series here). The outcome of this condition improves if caught and treated early. However, it is difficult to catch this condition in its early stage, especially for many primary care doctors. Detecting Charcot In a survey of over 400 … [Read more...] about Signs I May Be Having An Early Charcot Event
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Charcot – The Painless Road To Amputation
Shark – O? No Charcot. For nearly 30 million American with diabetes, a debilitating and often preventable foot condition exists that is often misdiagnosed and untreated. A lack of awareness of this condition can lead to the need for multiple surgeries and even amputation. All of this, however, can be avoided if caught early. Charcot neuroarthropathy is a result of … [Read more...] about Charcot – The Painless Road To Amputation
