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DIABETICDIABETIC
FOOTCAREFOOTCARE
MITHRA
ROLL NO-44
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SYMPTOMS
Persistent pain Redness Swelling Loss of hair Hard shiny skin Localised warmth Break in the skin
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Drainage of pus or bloody discharge
Limp or difficulty walking Fever Numbness
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DIABETIC NEUROPATHY
Damage of nerves in the legs and feet –loss of sensation.
Foot ulcers occur because of nerve damage.
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PERIPHERAL VASCULAR DISEASE
Diabetes affects the blood vessels and alters the flow of blood.
Unhealed injury increase the risk of ulcer and gangrene.
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FOOT ULCER It is a break in
the skin or a deep sore, which can become infected.
It result from minor scrapes, cuts that heal slowly, or from the rubbing of shoes .
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ATHLETE’S FOOT
Cause redness,itching, crackin.
PLANTAR WARTS
Caused by virus affecting outer layer of skin.
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BLISTERS Caused by
wearing improperly fitting shoes.
CORNS Build up of hard
skin over bony area
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FUNGAL NAIL INFECTION
Nails become discolored thick and brittle.
BUNIONS Big toe angles
towards the second toe.
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PREVENTION
Keep the blood glucose level within the range recommended by doctor.
Avoid smoking.
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Maintain the blood flow to the feet.
Put the feet up when sitting.
Wiggle the toes and move the ankles several times a day
Don't cross the legs for long periods of time
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Check the feet every day for sores, blisters, redness, calluses, or other problems.
Wash the feet with warm water and keep it moist by applying lotion.
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Gently smooth corns and calluses with an emery board or pumice stone.
Check and trim the toe nails once a week.
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inspection of the
skin check for pulses
and temperature of the feet
an assessment of sensation to the foot .
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WHEN TO SEEK MEDICAL CARE
Changes in skin color Changes in skin
temperature in the foot or ankle
Dry cracks in the skin, especially around the heal.
Unusual and/or persistent foot pain in the legs.
Open sores on the feet that are slow to or are draining.
Ingrown or toenail infected with fungus.
Corns or calluses.
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EXAMINATION AND TESTS
History and physical examination Laboratory Tests X-ray Doppler Consultation
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TREATMENT Self Care at home Medical Treatment Antibiotics Surgical debridement
of wound Improvement of
circulation by surgery or therapy.
Referral to Orthopaedic surgeon
Follow up
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