Diabetes affects up to 6% of the population but it is a lot higher in older people. The hormone insulin helps your body assimilate sugar that’s in your diet. Diabetes causes you not to produce enough insulin and you have type 1 diabetes. If you have type 2 diabetes the higher levels of glucose in your blood is what causes damage to your bodie’s tissues and organs. Diabetes damages your nerves and it can happen to your feet without you knowing it. This is known as peripheral neuropathy. Diabetes can cause poor circulation that leads to your feet not being able to heal up when you have a foot injury. Poor fitting shoes are a leading cause of foot injuries and if your shoes rub a sore on your toe it could lead to an infection that is hard to heal up from. Foot ulcers are a problem for people with diabetes and this can allow your feet to become infected. If you have diabetes it is important to do the following to stop problems before they can develop:
– Use a mild soap and wash your feet daily and be sure to dry your feet completely.
– Reduce moisture by dusting your feet with talcum powder.
– Check your feet daily for sores, cuts, bruises, and any changes in your toenails.
– Take good care of your feet. Cut your toenails straight across but do not cut the corners. Use an emery board or file the round off the corners of your toenails.
– If you have any problems with corns or callouses be sure to see the Podiatrist to have them removed.
– Don’t go barefoot. This will help you avoid any foot injuries.
– Use a a moisturizer if your feet are dry but do not apply it between your toes.
– Make sure the footwear you buy fits your feet or you risk having poor fitting shoes damage your feet.
– It is extremely important to take good care of yourself by not smoking, lose weight if needed, exercise at least 5 days a week, and reduce your alcohol intake.
_ See a Podiatrist at least once a year and see him immediatley if you have any problems with you feet.
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Dave Clark
This is valuable information presented in a clear, concise manner. Foot problems are a common complication in people with diabetes. Fortunately, most of these complications can be prevented with careful foot care. If complications do occur, daily attention will ensure that they are detected before they become serious. It may take time and effort to build good foot care habits, but self-care is essential.
Ray
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