Gangrene
Gangrene: Causes, Symptoms, Types, Treatment, and Physiotherapy Management Introduction Gangrene is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition that occurs when a significant mass of body tissue dies ( necrosis ). It results from a critical lack of blood supply, often caused by infection, injury, or chronic disease that impairs circulation. Without immediate treatment, gangrene can spread rapidly, causing systemic infection ( sepsis ), amputation, or death. Gangrene most commonly affects the extremities like the toes, fingers, hands, and feet, but it can also occur in internal organs and muscles. Symptoms of Gangrene Symptoms of gangrene depend on the type and location but commonly include Skin discoloration (black, blue, purple, red, or bronze) Numbness or severe pain in the affected area Swelling and blisters that may emit a foul-smelling discharge A sudden drop in temperature or coolness of the affected skin Tissue that feels cold, hard, or dry Fever...