Diabetic Foot Ulcer

Diabetic foot ulcer is a sore or wound on the bottom of the foot. It is usually caused by uncontrolled diabetes.

 

Symptoms:

•  Redness on feet
•  Warm or swollen feet
•  Break in the skin or discharge
•  Itching
•  Dryness
•  Pain and stiffness
•  Feeling unwell
•  Ulcers or blisters
•  Sore feet

 

Causes:

•  Poor blood circulation
•  High blood sugar (hyperglycaemia)
•  Nerve damage
•  Irritated or wounded feet

 

Treatments:

•  Clean your ulcer daily. 
•  Keep your ulcer bandaged or cover it with a wounded dressing
•  Keep pressure off your ulcer, especially if it’s on your foot
•  Use the tropical medications your doctor recommends
•  Keep your blood sugar under control
•  Don’t smoke
•  Don’t walk barefoot