Hi  My father is diabetic and had a stroke couple of years ago. Now he has developed sinus in his big toe of right leg. I consulted ortho specialists and they suggested surgery on the big toe. Is there alternative treatement as the blood circulation is low on the right leg and healing might take longer
Hello dear, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I read and understand your concern. I am Chat Doctor answering your concern. There are various treatment options available for peripheral vascular disease. But each has It's plus and minus points. Each method can be adopted after due consideration of patients condition, its history and the condition of the leg. Ulcer in the leg due to peripheral vascular incompatibly is the worst stage where surgery can be considered as option. So in my opinion you doctor is right and surgery should be adopted. Peripheral vascular disease Chat Doctor. I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/