Blue toe syndrome: Causes, treatment, outlook, and prevention - Medical News Today
When one or more of a person's toes starts to look blue or purple, doctors call it blue toe syndrome. There are several triggers, most of which relate to the circulatory system. This article explains what blue toe syndrome is, what it feels like, its causes, and how doctors treat it. It will also explore the possible complications of blue toe syndrome and when to see a doctor. Share on Pinterest Blue toe syndrome can cause muscle pain in the legs, as well as severe pain in the foot. Doctors sometimes call it occlusive vasculopathy or trash foot. Blue toe syndrome is a form of acute digital ischemia. This means it occurs when the toes do not get enough blood. A person's blood carries oxygen from the lungs to every part of their body. Each cell needs oxygen to repair itself and multiply. The blood also brings cells all the nutrients they need and carries away waste products. Not getting enough blood damages cells and the tissues they make up. This can cause the tissue to change c...
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