Guide To Treating Diabetic Foot

Keep Wounds Clean

It is crucial to keep wounds clean and dry because individuals with diabetes typically heal slower than others, and keeping the wounds clean help facilitate healing. If the wound is not kept clean, it can become infected. Then, the infection can grow and begin destroying the surrounding areas. These infections can threaten the foot and leg, and if they are not taken care of, the infection can lead to amputation. However, even if the wound does not spread, it needs to be cleaned for however long it takes to heal. Non-healing wounds can lead to the need for surgical intervention or immobilization devices. These are serious situations, that if not successful in getting a wound under control, may lead to surgery and possibly amputation.

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