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Hopefully you have visited your doctor to diagnose your foot problem. Infections can be serious if you have Diabetes or any other circulatory problem, so you don't want it to continue. Make sure that you are keeping your footwear clean and sanitary, so that you don't re-infect.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 14y agoAn excess of white blood cells rushing to the area to fight the invader.(germ)
That's what causes inflammation. As for feet inflammation, the same thing, but in your feet.
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∙ 13y agoBacteria can cause an infection through small cracks (fissures) that can develop in the dry skin around the heel and on other parts of the foot or through corns, calluses, blisters, hangnails, or ulcers.
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What are diabetic foot infections?
infections that can develop in the skin, muscles, or bones of the foot as a result of the nerve damage and poor circulation that is associated with diabetes
What can happen if diabetic foot infections are left untreated?
the bacterial infection can destroy skin, tissue, and bone or spread throughout the body.
What kinds of skin infections cause lesions?
Acne, athlete's foot (tinea pedis), warts, and scabies are examples of skin infections that cause lesions.
What does foot pain main for a diabetic?
Peripheral Neuropathy is the common diabetic foot pain cause. You can access www.webmd.com for more information to your specific issues. If not taken care of properly, this can cause serious damage. Find out more at http://www.emedicinehealth.com/diabetic_foot_care/article_em.htm.
Where do diabetic foot infections usually occur?
blisters, corns, or callouses that bleed beneath the skin bunions, hammertoes, or other abnormalities in the bones of the foot scar tissue that has grown over the site of an earlier infection foot ulcers
Who is more at risk of developing diabetic foot infections?
people who are over the age of 60 and for those who have one or more of the following: poorly controlled diabetes foot ulcers laser treatment for changes in the retina
Diabetic Slippers?
Diabetes can cause problems in the feet and legs. Diabetic slippers can help protect the feet from bruising, cuts and abscesses that can lead to infection. Foot care is very important in preventing diabetic complications.
How are diabetic foot infections diagnosed?
x ray of the foot will be taken to determine whether the bone has become infected. A sample from the wound will be cultured to identify the organism that is causing the infection so that the appropriate antibiotic can be selected
Diabetic Shoes: Men?
Diabetes can cause a lot of problems to the feet and legs, including infections and swelling. Diabetic shoes for men and women are available to help prevent these complications. The shoes provide support and protection.
What are comfortable shoes to get for someone with diabetic foot pain?
I think the best shoes to get for someone with diabetic foot is the one that comfort you the most. But you can buy a special diabetic shoe at Medicare or Foot Smart
Can jock itch cause athletes foot?
Yes--and vice versa. They are both fungal infections.
What is an example of a disease fungi cause?
Ringworm, athlete's foot, jock itch, and yeast infections.
