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...
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 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...
Blisters on the FeetBlisters are a common ailment of people who wear shoes that are either too tight or rub against the feet in an uncomfortable way. Knowing the basics of blisters is important for understanding how they are formed and what treatments should be used...
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...
