Diabetes foot care
Alternate Names : Foot care for diabetics
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Diabetic foot care
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People with diabetes are prone to foot problems because the disease can cause damage to the blood vessels and nerves, which may result in decreased ability to sense a trauma to the foot. The immune system is also altered, so that the diabetic cannot efficiently fight infection.
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Diabetic foot care
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Diabetics must take special care of their fingers and toes to be sure they are receiving adequate blood supply.
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