For people living with diabetes, foot care is not a small matter. High blood sugar over time can damage nerves and reduce blood circulation, making even a small cut or blister difficult to heal.
Make it a habit to check your feet every day. Look for cuts, swelling, redness, blisters, cracks, wounds or changes in skin colour. If you have difficulty seeing your feet, ask a family member to help.
Wash your feet with lukewarm water and dry them carefully, especially between the toes. Keep the skin moisturised, but avoid applying cream between the toes. Trim nails carefully and avoid cutting them too deep.
Never walk barefoot, especially outdoors. Choose comfortable, properly fitting footwear and check inside your shoes before wearing them.
Most importantly, do not ignore a wound or infection. A small foot injury can become serious in someone with diabetes.
Regular foot examinations by a healthcare professional can help identify problems early.
At Sevayan Hospital, we encourage every person with diabetes to make foot care a daily habit.
For people with diabetes, healthy feet mean safer steps. Check your feet every day and never ignore a small wound.
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Dr Barish Baran Bose / Family Medicine
25 years of Clinical Experience
MBBS, DTM, DCH (Dublin), MMed (Edin)
