Published by: Dr Dona Samarasekara, DPM What is chilblains? Chilblains are known as swollen, blister-like patches that develop on the skin in response to either cold conditions, poor circulation or a combination of both. They usually present as either red, blue, purple or white patches. The areas that are commonly affected by this phenomenon are the distal extremities such as fingers and toes. It can also affect areas such as the tip of your nose and earlobes. Other areas pro

By Chamith Abeyratne Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is a common yet often overlooked condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It becomes especially concerning for individuals living with diabetes. If you or someone you know has diabetes, understanding PAD and how it affects foot health is crucial. This blog post will explain PAD in simple terms, describe its symptoms, and offer practical advice for managing foot health to prevent serious complications. Signs of P

Published by: Dr Dona Samarasekara, DPM What is diabetes? Diabetes is a long-term medical condition where the blood glucose levels are unable to be regulated naturally by the hormone insulin, leading to abnormally high levels. There are two common types associated with diabetes- Type 1 diabetes - where an autoimmune response destroys the pancreatic cells responsible for making insulin. Type 2 diabetes - where innate and/or environmental factors cause desensitisation and inade