For diabetics.. Symptoms in the foot sound the alarm
The German Association of German Internal Medicine reports that diabetic foot syndrome is one of the most serious long-term complications of diabetes mellitus.
It could cause serious consequences.
The association added that diabetic foot syndrome occurs due to circulatory disorders in the foot, damage to blood vessels and nerve damage in the foot.
Symptoms also include numbness in the foot, leg and toes, tingling and burning in the foot, dry skin of the foot, redness of the foot, feeling of pain and tightness in the foot, pressure points and cracks in the foot, in addition to deteriorating wound healing.
A doctor should be consulted as soon as these symptoms are noticed to undergo timely treatment, which aims to treat foot wounds and treat associated vascular diseases.
Diabetics should prevent diabetic foot syndrome by taking the following measures:
Adjust blood sugar as well as other blood values such as blood fat (cholesterol) and blood pressure
- Washing the feet daily with a mild cleanser and drying them well, taking into account the application of a greasy cream on the feet to preserve the freshness of the skin and prevent it from drying out.
Wear comfortable shoes, especially for diabetics, and wear socks that contain a high percentage of cotton.
Examine the foot regularly to detect any cracks or wounds in time.
- Quit Smoking;
Because it impairs vascular function and blood circulation in the feet and legs.
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