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Diabetics should NEVER WALK BAREFOOT EVEN INSIDE THEIR HOMES
Diabetes destroys the nerves in the foot which can lead to decreased sensations, so they don't know they may be injured
It also destroys arteries which affects Oxygen delivery needed for healing
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Diabetes destroys the nerves in the foot which can lead to decreased sensations, so they don't know they may be injured
It also destroys arteries which affects Oxygen delivery needed for healing
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The combination of reduced oxygen and increased blood sugar creates an environment that makes it difficult for wounds to heal
These wounds become infected because the high sugar encourages germs to grow
All these may lead to that part of the foot dying and needing to be cut off
These wounds become infected because the high sugar encourages germs to grow
All these may lead to that part of the foot dying and needing to be cut off
They can help their foot by;
Checking for cuts or bruises EVERY DAY
NEVER wash the foot in HOT WATER
Never wear tight shoes
Walk often
Cut your toe nails smoothly and remove any sharp edges
Ask your doctor to look at it every time you visit the hospital
Take your drugs
Checking for cuts or bruises EVERY DAY
NEVER wash the foot in HOT WATER
Never wear tight shoes
Walk often
Cut your toe nails smoothly and remove any sharp edges
Ask your doctor to look at it every time you visit the hospital
Take your drugs
It's better to buy footwears in the late afternoon when the feet are at their largest rather than in the morning when they seem smaller
Moisturize your feet daily to prevent it from getting dry
Wear sandals with Velcro fasteners rather than buckles. Buckles could injure the feet
Moisturize your feet daily to prevent it from getting dry
Wear sandals with Velcro fasteners rather than buckles. Buckles could injure the feet
Your shoes should have a soft insole to create a warm and comfy atmosphere for the feet and they should never be pointed.
For people with diabetes, the major thing is comfort and not how beautiful the shoe looks.
Comfort is important.
For people with diabetes, the major thing is comfort and not how beautiful the shoe looks.
Comfort is important.
Check your feet every year, with your doctor.
Report any sore or discoloration as soon as possible to your doctor for prompt treatment.
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Report any sore or discoloration as soon as possible to your doctor for prompt treatment.
This thread will help someone's parent out there, please share this with everyone. Thank you.
