Gangrene is a type of tissue death which occurs due to loss of blood supply. This may affect any part of the body but usually affects the peripheral extremities like feet, toes, fingers, hands, penis ...

Dear Mayo Clinic: I have heard that a stubbed toe can lead to gangrene in some individuals. Is that true? What are the signs of gangrene, and how can it be avoided? A: Gangrene, which refers to tissue ...

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Type 2 diabetes is a condition whereby the sufferer experiences dangerous levels of high blood sugar and this can also affect their blood vessels and limit the blood flow to the feet. This causes a ...

As documented in a new report published in the South African Medical Journal, doctors at Grey's Hospital in South Africa have treated 44 patients in five years who all mysteriously have the same ...

It's been more than 1.5 years since the first case of COVID-19 infection was reported in the country. Scientists and researchers are still discovering new things about the virus and the after-effects ...

Covid-19 being a respiratory disease is known to impact your lungs the most. But in around 25% of cases, gastrointestinal symptoms may occur during the early phase of the disease like vomiting, ...

From a dry cough to a loss of sense of smell, Covid-19 is associated with a range of unpleasant symptoms. Now, a new study has warned of another side effect being experienced by some Covid-19 patients ...

The second wave of coronavirus has fueled many complications for COVID-19 patients and brought along many severe symptoms as well. One, among the many, could be gangrene risk, which could also be a ...

Delta, the coronavirus variant that triggered India's devastating second wave of the pandemic, is definitely highly contagious, according to experts and multiple studies. Now, doctors in India draw ...