Diabetic Foot

Some people with diabetes develop foot ulcers, due to poor skin circulation and reduced sensation in the feet. Regular examination of the feet and good diabetic control helps to prevent them. A foot ulcer is prone to infection, which may become severe. Ulcers sometimes need treatment with dressings, medication and, when appropriate, surgery.

Tips for healthy feet:

Choose feet-friendly activities like walking, riding a bike, or swimming.removed, treated, or carefully observed, so you will need medical attention whether you have breast cancer or not. Also, once any dehydration is treated with drinks, encourage your child to eat as normally as possible.
Check your feet every day for cuts, redness, swelling, sores, blisters, corns, calluses, or any other change to the skin or nails.
Wash your feet every day in warm (not hot) water.
Never go barefoot. Always wear shoes and socks or slippers, even inside, to avoid injury.
Wear shoes that fit well. For the best fit, try on new shoes at the end of the day when your feet tend to be largest..
Trim your toenails straight across and gently smooth any sharp edges with a nail file.
Don’t remove corns or calluses yourself
Get your feet checked at every health care visit. Also, visit your foot doctor every year (more often if you have nerve damage) for a complete exam, which will include checking for feeling and blood flow in your feet.
Keep the blood flowing. Put your feet up when you’re sitting, and wiggle your toes for a few minutes several times throughout the day.