What steps do you recommend for diabetic foot care for clinic diabetic patient? Rohit Dae Gurgaon.
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Mr. lybrate-user, Thanks for the query. For a patient with diabetes regular foot care is very important, particularly when one has long standing diabetes. Points to be considered are: 1) Regular examination of both feet daily, 2) Keeping the web spaces between the toes clean and dry, after a bath or spending time in water. 3) Observe for any change in sensation and whether there is any swelling or change in colour of the skin. 4) Always use properly fitting foot wear even at home to avoid injuries. 5) Be careful while cutting the nails, do not try to go deep and get an injury. 6) If there is any hardening of the skin of sole, or a corn develops do not try to remove it at home. 7) If fungal infection develops between toes get it properly treated. Lastly always maintain strict blood glucose control. Thanks.
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