How to care for your feet if you have diabetes

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How to care for your feet if you have diabetes? What can you do and when should you do it. I have heard it from many people, It’s important to take special care of your feet when you have diabetes. Poor care can lead to serious problems – such as amputation. Diabetes affects your feet in two ways. Nerve damage may cause your feet to lose feeling. Can the community please provide some tips.

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keep your blood sugar as close to normal as possible More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Elisa Valvisto | permalink
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A simple cut or sore can go unnoticed and lead to problems. Nerve damage may also change the shape of your feet causing pressure points. Blisters, sores and foot ulcers may form in these areas. Additionally, poor blood flow to the feet causes injuries to heal more slowly. One of the most important things you can do is keep your blood sugar as close to normal as possible.

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Diabetes - taking care of your feet: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Auru 00e 9lien Cabezon | permalink
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For further reading: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/patientinstructions/000081.htm ^[2]

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Diabetes Foot Care More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Jay Bickham | permalink
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Proper foot care is critical for people with diabetes. WebMD experts offer tips for proper foot care.
Tags: diabetes, amputation, feet, foot, shoe, footwear, callus, bunion, corn, nerve damage, diabetic neuropathy, toenail, ingrown toenail, hammer toe, cuticles, heels, podiatrist, socks

For further reading: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/caring-feet ^[3]

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Foot Care More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by kaiserkbis | permalink
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Most people can prevent any serious foot problem by following some simple steps.

For further reading: http://www.diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/complications/foot-complications/foot-care.html ^[4]

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Joslin Diabetes Center | How To Take Care of Your Feet More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Anne Norton | permalink
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Joslin Diabetes Center is the world’s foremost institution for diabetes research, clinical care and education.
Tags: diabetes
For further reading: http://www.joslin.org/info/how_to_take_care_of_your_feet.html ^[5]

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11 Tips for Good Diabetes Foot Care More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by 2tootall | permalink
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Many of us take our feet for granted, but if you have diabetes, proper foot care is a must. Learn how to protect your feet and minimize chances for infection.

For further reading: http://www.everydayhealth.com/foot-health-pictures/11-tips-for-good-diabetes-foot-care.aspx ^[6]

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How to take care of your feet when you have diabetes : Nursing2015 More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Steve Shamp | permalink
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For further reading: http://journals.lww.com/nursing/fulltext/2007/11001/how_to_take_care_of_your_feet_when_you_have.5.aspx ^[7]

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Category: Health & Fitness | 9 years, 5 month(s) ago

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2tootall, Elisa Valvisto, Auru 00e 9lien Cabezon, Steve Shamp, Anne Norton, kaiserkbis, Jay Bickham

References & Citations

2. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/patientinstructions/000081.htm

3. http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/caring-feet

4. http://www.diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/complications/foot-complications/foot-care.html

5. http://www.joslin.org/info/how_to_take_care_of_your_feet.html

6. http://www.everydayhealth.com/foot-health-pictures/11-tips-for-good-diabetes-foot-care.aspx

7. http://journals.lww.com/nursing/fulltext/2007/11001/how_to_take_care_of_your_feet_when_you_have.5.aspx