Proper treatment of common foot problems in diabetic foot patients

Mondo Health Updated on 2024-03-07

Diabetic patients have fragile feet and often have many minor problems, which are likely to develop into diabetic feet if not treated in time, so it is very important to treat them reasonably and effectively.

calluses and cornsContinuous compression of hard calluses and corns on the subcutaneous soft tissues can cause hematomas and soft tissue necrosis, followed by ulcers, abscesses, and gangrene. Prevention:Wear appropriate footwear and socks, and make specific decompression braces available if necessary. Processing:Patients should never cut with a razor blade without authorization, let alone use corrosive drugs to treat corns, so as to avoid ulceration and necrosis of the surrounding ** or tissues. It is necessary to consult a full-time podiatrist.

ChappedIt is mostly caused by dryness and fungal infection. Prevention:Apply a foot cream after washing your feet daily to keep your feet moist. Processing:Topical antifungal ointment is used for fungal infections, and adhesive tapes or hydrocolloid dressings can be applied to dry cracks to relieve pain.

BlistersDiabetic patients have poor foot blood circulation, weak resistance, and are prone to blisters after being squeezed or rubbed. Prevention:Wear appropriate footwear and socks. Processing:Patients should avoid continuing to rub the topic; If the blisters cannot be broken to avoid bacterial infection, it is advisable to go to the hospital to aspirate the liquid under aseptic procedure and cover it with sterile gauze. When the blisters dry, they form a crust and should be allowed to fall off naturally, not forced.

Emergency treatment of foot injuriesPatients can self-wash the wound with water or saline, then cover it with sterile gauze and change the dressing daily. Avoid using harsh disinfectants such as alcohol and iodine, and do not use dark disinfectants such as purple syrup. If the wound does not heal within 24-48 hours, or if there is local redness, heat, swelling, etc., even if you do not feel any pain, you should go to the hospital immediately. Because people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy may not feel any pain.

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