High cholesterol: Telltale signs high cholesterol is causing dead tissue in your foot

“Plaque is made up of deposits of fats, cholesterol and other substances.

“First, plaque builds up enough to narrow an artery, which reduces blood flow.

“Next, if that plaque becomes brittle or inflamed, it may rupture, causing a blood clot to form. A clot can further narrow the artery or completely block it.

“If the blockage remains in the peripheral arteries of the legs, it can cause pain, changes in skin colour, difficulty walking and sores or ulcers.

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