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Type 2 Diabetic Foot Ulcer?


I'm type 2 diabetic and i have what looks like a small callus on the side of my small toe,can ulcer's develop on the side of a toe? i thought they were on the bottom and top?
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yes they can. A diabetic ulcer can develop in any part of your toes, feet or even ankle. It is sooo important that you have yourself checked by a podiatrist, diabetic ulcers can be such a nightmare, remember that you won't feel them because you may have already the neuropathy and they can be really fast as you probably may have bad capillar circulation.  (+ info)

what is a foot ulcer?


I know that you have to be careful about your feet.
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basically a huge erosion or scab that does not heel very easily. common in patients with diabetes. It is very important for those patients to monitor feet daily for calouses, blisters, cuts, etc, because if left untreated can form into a foot ulcer  (+ info)

Need medical help bad...have a foot ulcer that wont heal. Any medical facility suggestions?


Does anyone have any medical facility suggestions/I'm at a loss;5 surgeries/no good results.Does anyone know who can help me?
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where do you live?
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I need to know how long it takes for a foot ulcer to heal? please let me know ASAP?


I am sorry to hear about your foot. There is not any set time for a foot ulcer to heal. I really depends on what caused the ulcer. My mother-in-law had a foot ulcer due to diabetes for 4years. after several surgeries and skin grafts she eventually had to have her toe removed. Good luck.  (+ info)

i have an ulcer on my foot that hurts why?


it is on the right side of my ancle it is a white patch and purple overlay
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its an open wound it will hurt not nice things at all  (+ info)

my husband has a large venous foot ulcer he has had it 12 months i need advice please?


he has been for it dressed daily with compression bandages at the hospital and it made another ulcer appear.He then decided to dress it at home after months of going and seeing no improvement,and its been going on for about 9 months now and its not getting any better or worse.ive bought treatment off the internet and no change.He was fed up of nothing gettin any better with medical help,and i read youcan treat them at home but im running outta ideas?so im looking for sum tips please can anyone help?
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He needs more specialized care. Ask about a referral to a wound care specialist if this has not been done. If the wound is large, he may need something like a wound vac, or special dressings.  (+ info)

how do I get a toe ulcer to heal?


It is on the bottom of the toe and will not heal. The foot is swollen and the toe hurts. I have diabetes, am 60 and type 2.
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It's really important you make sure you don't have an underlying soft tissue infection, or worse still, bone infection. See your diabetologist or podiatrist for help. In the meantime, make sure you keep the pressure off it and keep it clean. Diabetic foot ulcers can take ages to heal.  (+ info)

Any tips for someone with diabetic foot who will go on a long flight?


My dad has a diabetic foot (no ulcers only discoloration) and will go on a long flight around 13 hrs. I'm worried that his foot might swell during the long flight.
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Reducing diabetic foot complications is a struggle every diabetic must face in time. Symptoms can vary but the first sign is an elevated temperature in the foot itself. An elevated A1C is a definite predictor of complications are on there way. The higher your A1C the greater the risk as A1C is the indicator over time if your levels are high. Daily tests only indicate that day or particular time what your blood glucose level is and how to correct it. Foot lesions or ulcers can become infected easily and will need antibiotic therapy if they do.

Daily Foot Care Hints

Inspect your feet daily or have someone do it for you. Any signs of redness, trauma, skin color change, cracking should be noted and passed on to your diabetes management team. Using a mirror on a handle or the floor will aid in inspecting all parts of the foot.

Clips your nails on a weekly basis and clip nails straight across making sure to smooth out all rough edges.

Keep your foot skin well hydrated with a good cream or petroleum jelly made for diabetic foot care.

When calluses, corns or toe nails become a problem, always consult your doctor or a podiatrist.

Always wear shoes or protective slippers on your feet. Even a simple sock will help prevent injury to the foot due to diabetes.

Insure your shoes are the right fit and if possible have custom inserts done. This may require special diabetic shoes that have more space inside and are manufactured to not have seams on the inside that may rub and cause blisters.

Always have your feet checked at your regular visit to your doctor.

Remember your feet are at risk when your a diabetic and you should be sensible. Wear shoes that are comfortable, no high heals or pointy tipped shoes for you ladies. These are common causes of pain and injury which as a diabetic you cannot afford. Pick shoes with good heel & arch support with a high dome for your toes.

Wear absorbent socks when you take part in activities that make you sweat. Staying in shape is a important factor when you have diabetes. If your in shape you will have an overall easier time managing your blood glucose levels which in turn will make you less symptomatic as a diabetic.

Being overweight is hard on your heart, back and every other part of your body, shed those excess pounds and get proper nutrition. All of these tips are important ways of dealing with diabetic foot pain in the journey.

For more on diabetic foot visit my site
http://www.reddiabetes.com  (+ info)

When do doctors have to cut off a patients foot?


You would only here this when someone has dietbetes. I need to know if there are symptoms that goes along with that reason. ( numbness, cant feel it, besides seeing foot ulcers.) im wondering if i might because I do tend to eat more than I usually do. Quite a lot. It could be possible that I might have dietbetes and dont know it. Cant get checked out my parents wont let me. And now im having issues with my foot.
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Initially the worsening of blood flow to the foot is manifested with altered sensation or numbness of the feet, coldness of the feet, and poor healing of injuries to the feet. As the condition progresses, the toes may become ruborous, which is an odd reddening that begins to spread up the foot. In later stages if the worsening blood circulation is allowed to progress, the tissue at the tips of the toes begins to turn dark purple. At this stage, infection sets in and the tissue will become putrefied, or gangrenous. When circulation is impaired sufficiently for this to happen, amputation becomes the only option along with surgical attempts to improve the blood flow above the amputation such as arterial bypass or lumbar sympathectomy to remove constrictive stimulation of vessels in the legs. A common early sign of diabetic vascular disease might be finding that a foot injury turns into an ulcerated sore that is difficult to heal.  (+ info)

Is it possible to contract hand foot & mouth disease from dog faeces?


I suffered from Hand Foot and Mouth disease 2 years ago and I’ve just started getting the blisters on my hand and some small ulcers in my mouth. I’m living with an unhousetrained dog who’s owner leaves me to clean up her poo.

Could this be where I’m getting the infection from?

Thanks, i thought that was the case but I just thought I'd check just in case.
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No.

HFMD is caused by an enterovirus called coxsackievirus A16. Oral ingestion is the primary source of infection. It can be carried in oral and nasal secretions, saliva, blister drainage and infected stool BUT it's a HUMAN syndrome. It can also be transmitted by lack of handwashing and then transferring the virus to the mouth. HFMD is not transmitted between humans and animals.  (+ info)

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