Types of Gangrene

Gangrene occurs when blood flow is interrupted to a certain part of the body, which causes the tissues to decay and eventually die. The affected part of the body has to be surgically removed to prevent infection.
  1. Dry Gangrene

    • Dry gangrene is a slowly progressing condition that is caused by lack of blood flow. The affected tissues start to dry out and eventually turn black.

    Wet Gangrene

    • Wet gangrene is a potentially fatal condition caused by a bacterial infection, which can spread to other parts of the body. It is characterized by blistering and swelling of the affected tissues.

    Gas Gangrene

    • A bacterium called Clostridia causes gas gangrene, which is a type of wet gangrene. It is a characterized by little pockets of toxic gas under the skin.

    Internal Gangrene

    • Lack of blood flow to the internal organs can cause a potentially life-threatening condition called internal gangrene.

    Fournier's Gangrene

    • Fournier's gangrene is a rare type of genital gangrene that affects men more commonly than women. Genital or urinary tract infections can cause Fournier's gangrene; it is characterized by swelling, tenderness and pain in the genital area.

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