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Foot Care tips for Diabetics. Why should diabetics take extra care of their feet? Diabetes, when not controlled properly may cause: Nerve Damage Loss.

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1 Foot Care tips for Diabetics

2 Why should diabetics take extra care of their feet? Diabetes, when not controlled properly may cause: Nerve Damage Loss of sensation in the feet Problems in blood supply to the feet Because of which...

3 Why should diabetics take extra care of their feet? Injuries go unnoticed Low blood supply causes slow down in wound healing process. Infection of these wounds may result in the formation of foot ulcers. Sometimes feet may have to be amputated.

4 In order to avoid complications Diabetics should take extra care of their feet.

5 Can foot ulcers be prevented? You can prevent foot ulcers by spending a little time in taking care of your feet And by properly following your doctor’s advice

6 Foot Care tips for you... Wash your feet everyday with lukewarm water Dry your feet well, especially between toes. Use a soft towel and pat gently, don’t rub.

7 Foot Care tips for you... Keep the skin of your feet smooth by applying moisturizer. If the heels are cracked seek your Doctor’s advice


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