Care
Diabetic Feet
Diabetic foot is a complication of diabetes that typically manifests as a progressive destruction of the foot tissues. Its main visible symptoms include abnormal dryness of the skin and the appearance of calluses or bone deformities in the foot.
If you notice a loss of sensitivity to pain, abnormal temperature, increased dryness, and the appearance of cracks, calluses, and/or bone deformities in the feet, you may be suffering from diabetic foot. Things to watch for:
- Loss of sensation or numbness in the feet,
- Ulcers or wounds that heal slowly,
- Redness, warmth, or swelling of the feet,
- Pain or discomfort, especially when walking,
- Frequent inflammatory infections in the feet,
- Changes in the color of the skin on the feet,
- Deformation of the foot, such as hammertoes or flat feet, often related to diabetic disorders.
Are you diabetic?
Treat yourself to regular care with follow-ups tailored to your needs from your podiatrist. This could help you avoid degeneration towards neuropathy (Charcot foot) or other complications.
