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What is diabetic neuropathy? Nerve damage a long term complication in diabetes is called neuropathy Symptoms:numbness or tingling in toes initially and gradually passes to ankle & leg No sensation or too sensitive feet Prevention of diabetic foot problems is very important although treatment has improved HOW TO PREVENT FOOT PROBLEMS BEFORE THEY OCCUR? More care for feet is important than face Examine the foot everyday by using a hand mirror.Check toes,sides carefully Wash the feet with mild soap or soak the feet in refreshing foot soak.Dry them completely and moisture them Cut the nails with a clipper straightly and file smoothly Don't walk with bare feet.Wear shoes at beach.Cover with socks in cold season Always wear comfortable shoes.Use cotton or wool socks Quit smoking as it damages small blood vessels due to which circulation shows and leads to foot infections Keeping blood sugar levels under control by taking medicines regularly,exercising regularly,taking

To have healthy foot one should know about the foot disorders like loss of sensation (nerves get affected due to uncontrolled diabetes) which leads to unnoticed small injuries. Due to irregular blood glucose levels there will be blood circulation disorders which lead to delay wound healing. All these may cause foot amputations. So, to prevent all these you should regularly inspect your foot by using a mirror to monitor the following changes like colour change of foot, swelling, dry and cracked foot,Changes in colour and shape of nails shape of foot, any wounds and blisters. Have a regular check up by doctor for sensation test known as monofilament test. Wear shoes and socks. Keep your foot covered at all times to prevent injury. Keep your feet clean to prevent infections. Pay special attention to the area in-between toes. Use moisturizer to prevent excessive drying of feet. Trim your nails well. Avoid smoking as nicotine hardens the blood vessels making them inflexible which hamper the

How will diabetes trouble me? How can it affect my feet? How can I prevent it? Read this to find answers for above questions:        With uncontrolled diabetes (consistent high blood glucose values), the nerves of the feet get affected start loosing sensation. With the loss of sensation, small injuries go unnoticed. Also in people with diabetes wounds take a long time to heal. All this may finally lead to amputation of feet. How can I prevent it? ·         Never walk bare feet ·         Carefully inspect your feet every day. Due to diabetes the sensation is reduced and hence you may not notice any blisters, corns or injury. Use a mirror to view the feet properly or ask other family members to help you in inspecting the feet,       Looking out for the following :            Changes in the colour of leg(Red or purple colour)            Changes in shape and colour of nails            Changes in shape of feet            Changes in temperature of feet            Any wounds/blisters