Diabetic Neuropathy


  • December 8, 2016
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Person massaging their foot
Patients who are affected lose sensation in their feet and, as a result, may lose their “early warning system” which is pain. Feet may develop blisters that become infected without a patient knowing. This is a common problem that often leads to amputation among diabetics.

Diabetic Ulcer Management


  • November 10, 2016
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Woman holding sore red foot
Patients with diabetes are more likely than other patients to experience amputation. The biggest reason is due to foot ulcers. The damage from foot ulcers doesn’t have to cause amputation. Early detection and treatment can prevent as many as 85 percent of all amputations.