India, Aug. 24 -- Monsoon weather paves the way for many worrying health concerns. The unpredictable climate also aggravates existing conditions. And with people still commuting to work and going about their day regardless of the torrential rains and overcast skies, it becomes all the more important to stay alert. One such condition is leg gangrene.

Dr Ashank Bansal, who is a vascular surgeon and interventional radiologist at Surana Sethia Hospital, Chembur, shared with us that the highest risk factors include undiagnosed diabetes, poor hygiene and monsoon's high humidity. Monsoon especially has the environment for infections to grow, particularly for diabetic people.

Leg gangrene is a threatening condition as it may even require amputa...