Diabetic Wound Care

Jan 03, 2024

by Dr. Tony Avakian | Aug 23, 2023 | Medical

Diabetes is a disease where the body cannot manufacture or properly use insulin. The body then is unable to convert sugars and starches into energy, leaving an elevated amount of blood sugar. Too much glucose in the bloodstream can damage the feet, heart, kidney, eyes and nerves. Diabetes can be managed with medical care, exercise and the correct diet to avoid complications. Neuropathy, or nerve damage, results from too much blood sugar. With neuropathy, feeling is reduced in the feet, so any damage such as a cut or scrape can worsen. Because diabetes also causes poor circulation, the healing blood cannot reach the wound, resulting in an infection and a non-healing wound. Ulcers and Diabetic Wound CareA diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore or wound that appears on the bottom of the foot and may lead to amputation if not treated quickly. Two complications from diabetes contribute to foot ulcers: • Neuropathy, nerve damage, reduces the sensation in the extremities. A small cut, bruise or puncture wound may not be noticed and can worsen into a sore. • Poor circulation caused by excess blood sugar can inhibit healing blood flow to the feet. A Podiatrist’s Role A podiatrist plays an important role on a patient’s diabetes management team due to the frequency of diabetic foot-related complications. Good foot care and frequent visits to the podiatrist are keys in preventing amputations. Early recognition of problems such as an ulcer, along with regular foot screenings by a podiatrist, can help reduce the risk of lower limb amputation by up to 85%. Visit www.curefeet.com to see how we can help you, or call Valencia Foot & Ankle Center at 661-288-2321 today to book your appointment.

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