A diabetic foot ulcer is a slow-healing wound that forms due to poor blood flow, nerve damage, or infection in people with diabetes. These wounds need proper care because delays can lead to serious complications. Many people believe that wound debridement is the only way to treat diabetic foot ulcers, but that is not true. … Read more
People living with diabetes face many health challenges, but one of the most serious and often overlooked is the risk of diabetic foot ulcers. These open sores or wounds usually appear on the bottom of the feet and can become dangerous if left untreated. The connection between diabetes and foot ulcers lies in how high … Read more
Living with diabetes requires consistent attention and self-care—especially when it comes to keeping your normal sugar level stable. Beyond just managing energy and mood, maintaining steady blood sugar plays a crucial role in preventing diabetic foot infections and foot ulcers that can seriously affect daily life. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore how maintaining a … Read more
Ravi Kumar, a retired school teacher from Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, had been living with diabetes for over 15 years. One morning, he noticed a small blister on his toe. It didn’t seem serious at first, but it failed to heal. Soon, what started as a minor issue turned into a diabetic foot ulcer — a … Read more
Introduction – Diabetic foot ulcers are complications of foot ulcers leading to life-threatening disability if left untreated. Approximately 15% of diabetic patients develop foot ulcers, and 1 in 5 of those will be hospitalized for the condition. Traditionally diabetes surgery is recommended to treat foot ulcers, but there are non-surgical treatment options that can be … Read more
