Foot Disorders Forum - Need Help Quickly, Diagnosing My Brother, He Has Black Feet-

Hello, i'm new and just need help diagnosing what could possibly be wrong with my brother steve.

Before I explain I think it'd be relavent for me to state that he's overweight.

His feet are of a black shade, under his feet and between his toes.

I understand he's got poor circulation in his legs, and he's also become very confused to the extent of wanting to visit his dead daughter who died in hospital 9 years ago, i've seriously never seen him so depressed.

He's stop wanting to eat or drink, and refuses to take medication for his various heart problems, and to me it's just like he's giving up.

I'm not sure if this is the right place to post this but i'd appreciate help asap.

Thanks a lot.
Lynda ellis

Replies(3)

amberlenna

replied on November 6th, 2005

New User

Diabetic????

Have you thought about he may be a diabetic. My grandfather is a diabetic, and without knowing he stepped on a needle and a few weeks later his foot was changing color. Diabetics have poor circulation in their legs and feet, they also lose some feeling in their feet. I would definately check on this. Because when a foot turns black it means it is dying and gane green sets up and you could lose a limb. I hope that is not what it is, and let us know how it turns out....

HappyHarry

replied on November 6th, 2005

New User

Well

It sounds like he needs to go see a doctor immediately!

Seriously, people this is not a doctor office!

sandyallen

replied on November 6th, 2005

Extremely eHealthy

Hello there! I am no Dr. But I truly believe that your brother needs some professional help, without his heart medication the situation can get worse.
I have always said that we can lead a horse to water but we cannot make them drink. You are very special for trying to help. The only thing you can do is to call his Dr., tell the dr what is going on and try to get him an appt. And take him in. Good luck to you! You are in my thoughtsss aand prayers. If you have another family member, ask them to help!

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