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.

Tip 1 - keep your blood sugar as close to normal as possible

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Elisa Valvisto | permalink

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.

Tip 2 - Diabetes - taking care of your feet: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia

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For further reading: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/patientinstructions/000081.htm ^[2]

Tip 3 - Diabetes Foot Care

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Jay Bickham | permalink

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]

Tip 4 - Foot Care

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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]

Tip 5 - Joslin Diabetes Center | How To Take Care of Your Feet

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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]

Tip 6 - 11 Tips for Good Diabetes Foot Care

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by 2tootall | permalink

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]