Hello doctor, My father has diabetes, and recently we noticed that his toes turn to purple at night, espcially when he is not walking or standing. It goes back to normal when he walks for a little bit. We run some tests, and I would like a specialist to look at them. We consulted a cardio doctor but I am not sure they know what is wrong. So, I have the lab results and I need a doctor to give me more information on what they mean and what possible directions we could take. I also want to share the list of drugs they gave him so far.
Hi. Gone through the reports you provided (attachment removed to protect patient identity). He is having diabetes. Reports suggest that he is having blockages in leg arteries and also in heart arteries. Doctors have started on anti-platelet drugs and cholesterol lowering drugs. Prescription looks okay. Further I will suggest be on all these medications. If his toes does not improve within 2 to 4 weeks he may need a procedure to open the limb artery blockages. As he is not having any heart related symptoms like chest pain, breathing difficulty can wait and watch for heart issue with continuation of prescribed medications.