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We’ve come a long way in reducing the impact of diabetes on people’s lives, however complications can still arise. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is key to reducing your risks for complications but having uncontrolled blood sugar can lead you to develop a wound that is very slow to heal.
Patients with vascular disease often have non-healing wounds. Wound care begins with treating any underlying problems contributing to non-healing, such as vascular problems that could be impeding blood flow to the area. Learn more about treating vascular problems and how it relates to wound care.
By Joseph C. White, MD, FAAFP A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore or wound that commonly appears on the bottom of the foot and occurs among 15% of people with diabetes, according to the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA). Diabetes is the leading cause of non-traumatic lower extremity amputations in the United States, and the…
Taking your dog for a good long walk may be your first step toward preventing diabetes. Diabetes is epidemic in the United States and all around the world. A landmark study by the Diabetes Prevention Program Research group found that lifestyle changes such as following a healthy low-calorie, low-fat diet and introducing moderate physical activity…
