DIABETIC FOOT CARE

If you have diabetes, your blood sugar levels are too high. Over time, this can damage your nerves or blood vessels. Nerve damage from diabetes can cause you to lose feeling in your feet. You may not feel a cut, a blister or a sore. Foot injuries such as these can cause ulcers and infections. It is harder for your foot to heal if you do get a sore or infection.

HOW TO AVOID FOOT PROBLEMS

You can avoid foot problems:

• Inspect your feet daily
• Wash your feet in lukewarm water
• Never walk bare foot
• Keep your feet warm and dry
• Moisturize your feet but not between your toes
• Have your foot care done once a month
• Manage your diabetes