Ingrown Toenail Care
Ingrown Toenail CareAn ingrown toenail is a toenail that grows sideways into the nail bed, causing pain and swelling. Ingrown toenails can worsen and cause drainage, turning into a serious infection. Several factors affect whether a person is at risk from an ingrown...
Managing Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Managing Diabetic Foot UlcersDiabetic foot ulcers are open sores or wounds that commonly occur on the bottom of the foot in people with diabetes. They are caused by poor circulation, nerve damage or neuropathy, high blood sugar levels, and repetitive pressure or...Wound Care
Wound CareDiabetics must be wary of all wounds, regardless of depth or size. Diabetes, a chronic disease in which the body cannot properly use glucose the way it normally would, causes various complications that make wounds difficult to heal. Nerve damage or...
Causes of and Caring for Blisters
Causes of and Caring for Blisters Blisters on the feet often form from friction, usually when skin rubs against tight or poorly fitted shoes. This repeated pressure separates layers of skin, allowing fluid to collect. Blisters can also appear due to burns, cold...Join The Community Forum
