Diseases

Wet Gangrene

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Wet gangrene results from an untreated (or inadequately treated) infection in the body where the local blood supply has been reduced or stopped by tissue swelling, gas production in tissue, bacterial toxins, or all of these factors in combination.

SYMPTOMS

Swelling and pain at the site of infection.
Change in skin color from red to brown to black.
Blisters or sores that produce a bad-smelling discharge (pus)
Fever and feeling unwell.
A crackling noise that comes from the affected area when pressed.

CAUSES

It is caused by a loss of blood supply due to an underlying illness, injury, and/or infection. Fingers, toes, and limbs are most often affected, but gangrene can also occur inside the body, damaging organs and muscles.