Did you know that India has the second highest population of diabetics in the world?
This widely prevalent disease requires patients to follow a carefully planned lifestyle to stay on top of their health. The complications that come with it add to the woes of diabetes patients.
One of these complications is diabetic neuropathy, which is a common form of nerve damage which particularly affects the legs and feet. Nerve damage can cause numbness and loss of sensation in the feet. This is harmful as it means that blisters, sores, cuts and foot corns may go unnoticed due to the lack of feeling. If not treated properly, this can pose the risk of infection.
For this reason, it’s important for diabetes patients to follow a religious diabetes foot care guide; here are some easy tips to keep foot corns at bay for diabetics:
- Keep your feet clean: it’s important that your feet are clean and your toenails trimmed. The tools you use to clean your feet should be hygienic and preferably used only by you. After washing and cleaning your feet, make sure to apply some lotion on them.
- Don’t remove calluses and corns yourself: Calluses, blisters and corns are common issues; however, don’t try to fiddle with them or remove them at home. You must avoid using a corn plaster treatment because it may contain salicylic acid, which is not recommended for diabetic patients. It’s best to visit a doctor and get the right course of treatment. However, for non-diabetics, a corn plaster like the Hansaplast Corn Plaster is a fast and effective treatment for foot corns.
- Check your feet: You must check your feet regularly for any cuts or calluses. You should also give them a good massage to keep the blood flowing. Wearing comfortable footwear also goes a long way in avoiding foot corns.
- Stay active: Consistent activities such as brisk walking, cycling and swimming are all recommended to relieve the effects of neuropathy. You can also discuss the best course of exercise with your doctor.
As diabetes patients, it’s important to keep the little things in mind. Follow the steps given in this diabetes foot care guide to ensure that you do not suffer from corns and calluses.
Disclaimer
Please note that the above recommendations are general care tips. Consult a healthcare professional in case of any uncertainty around wound treatment and healing.
Always see your doctor if a wound is deep, bleeding profusely or showing signs of infection. For diabetic patients especially, proper wound care holds the utmost importance. Do not hesitate to discuss any concerns you may have with your doctor or your podiatrist, even when it comes to minor wounds and cuts – especially if they’re on your feet.
The information provided through this website should not be used to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease. Although compiled with great care, it is not a substitute for professional advice. If you have or suspect a health problem, consult your doctor immediately.
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