Danger Signs in Diabetic Neuropathy

Global statistics state that 60% of the diabetics are known to have foot neuropathy and almost 1 in 5 diabetic foot ulcers end in amputation. This is a known fact. But what is unknown is that the acting earliest and taking a podiatrist advice on the appearance of the danger signs, reduce this likelihood of amputation by 85%. In a normal lifetime the feet support a human being for over a hundred thousand steps, which is roughly equal to 4 times around the world. So it’s time you show how much you support your feet. 

Danger signs

1. Pins and needles sensation, leg cramps, numbness over the bottom of feet or the feeling as if feet is on fire.
2. Pain or difficulty in walking, swelling in the feet.
3. Excessive smelly feet.
4. Red spots, bruising, colour change.
5. Cuts, sores, blisters.
6. Ulcer, pus, discharge.
7. Corns, calluses, hard skin.
8. Ingrown toe nails or the Infected ones with thick/ brittle/ yellowish discoloration.
9. Change in the structure of the toes, foot or sole.

   Any of these danger sign necessitates your urgent consult with a podiatrist. Never hesitate to consult for the silliest of the reason. It is your foot and you have to act. Taking care of these simple things will definitely keep your feet far from the worse.