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Common Myths And Facts Linked With Insulin

Dr.Garima · Accepted Answer

Common skin problems, like infections and itching, can happen to anyone. However, people suffering from ;diabetes are more susceptible to skin ailments, particularly to certain types of infections. Diabetic patients may experience greater loss of body fluids due to high blood glucose levels, which can cause your skin to become dry. Dry and broken skin can cause germs to enter through wounds and cuts, and spread leading to infections.

Common skin problems for diabetic people

Diabetes can lead to a number of specific skin problems/conditions in people. Some of the most common ones are

Necrobiosis lipoidica diabeticorum usually affects people with type 1 diabetes, characterized by yellow or purple patches on the skin

Diabetic dermopathy leads to raised, round lesions that may turn into ulcers

Acanthosis nigricans causes black and brown lesions under the skin

Taking care of your skin is essentially important to avoid infections. If left unchecked, even minor skin problems can lead to serious diabetes complications, like ;diabetic foot ulcers and even amputation.

How to take care of your skin

Skincare for diabetes patients is no different from that needed by people without diabetes. However, some extra skincare tips can ensure and help you maintain healthy skin.

Use a gentle, mild soap to wash your hands and feet or when taking a bath. They do not contain retinoid or alpha-hydroxy acid and hence, are not too harsh on the skin. Moreover, gentle cleansers prevent your skin s natural oils, thus keeping it hydrated.

An important part of skincare for type 2 diabetes is to avoid ulcers and cracks in the skin, especially if you have ;neuropathy. Therefore, moisturize your skin daily, as it helps prevent thickening and itching. Use a moisturizing lotion or cream to keep your skin moist and soft.

Dry or broken skin can be itchy but avoid scratching a wound ;or cut. It may crack the skin further and increase the risk of infections. Instead, look for ways to soothe the itch by bathing in lukewarm water and moisturizing after.

Areas, where the skin folds and gets moist and warm, like the armpits, the groin, under the breasts, are prime locations for fungal infections. Take necessary steps to keep these sweaty areas dry. Wear loose-fitting cotton garments that allow air to pass through.

Wear specialized shoes and socks if you have neuropathy, and take care of the feet skin.

For diabetic people, maintaining good skincare, particularly of the feet, is of utmost priority. Nevertheless, seek medical assistance if you have persistent dry skin or if your skin problems worsen over time.

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Common Myths And Facts Linked With Insulin

I have type 1 diabeties.I am on insulin taking three time insuline in a day.Any suggestion how can i reduce this my insulin dose ?

I am diabetic and on insulin. While travelling, I take the insulin pen in the travel bag. It is about for 12 hours when the pen remain outside the refrigerator (in travel bag). Is it safe to inject the insulin after that?

I am 44 years old. I am a diabetes patient. Now my diabetes sugar level 14 milimole. Now doctor has suggested to take insulin. Now I do not want to take insulin. Now what should I do? Take insulin or any other way?

My dad is having diabetes from last 20 yrs and he is using insulin twice a day. Insulin- human mixture Let me know if he can use any tablet rather then injecting insulin in the body.

I have type 2 diabetes and a general physician advised Insulin. I am gaining weight after starting Insulin course. Why so and is it true that once Insulin is taken it can never be stopped?

My wife is a diabetic and doing insulin two times a day. She has been going thru a lot of pain because of that insulin. Can we use any cream like dolocaine or prilox or any other cream, daily to numb the area to avoid that insulin pain.

I use basalog insulin (25 units, twice daily). I inject using a insupen ez insulin pen which I don't like. Can you suggest other compatible insulin pens.

Hi I am 8 months pregnant with diabetes today I kept the insulin outside by mistake for 5 hrs. I had kept the insulin on the fridge instead inside the fridge door by mistake. Can I use the insulin again.

I am diabetic since the age of 5 n on insulin. I take insulin 3 times a day. Want to confirm any insulin that can be taken once a day n will b effective to control diabetes for the whole day.