10 Charcot Foot Symptoms
Article Sources
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Erythema
Some people with Charcot Foot experience erythema, or redness. Erythema is the third component of the triad of symptoms associated with inflammation. The other two are swelling and warmth.
When an injury occurs, inflammation is the body's immediate and first line of defense. Poor circulation may eventually result in the affected area receiving less oxygen and nutrients, which further aggravates this condition. It is important to treat both the Charcot foot and the underlying cause of neuropathy, whether it's diabetes, an infection or other condition.
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