Diabetes and foot care: An overview

Foot problems are common in people with diabetes, and they can be serious if left untreated. Diabetes can cause nerve damage (neuropathy) and poor circulation, which can make it difficult for you to feel or notice injuries or infections on your feet. This can lead to ulcers, infections, and even...

• Diabetes is a disease characterized by deficient or resistant insulin, leading to hyperglycemia, potentially with ketones in the urine. The two primary types, Type 1 and Type 2, can result in neurological, microvascular, and macrovascular complications. Diabetic foot is a complication arising from prolonged hyperglycemia, impacting neurological and vascular systems.