Question 1

can derma wound cream help treat diabetic foot ulcers?

Accepted Answer

Diabetic foot ulcer: You should not try to treat a diabetic foot ulcer by yourself. There are 4000+ wound care products, most of them sterile out of the package, so the choice of one product over another requires some help. A foot ulcer in a diabetic requires professional attention as quickly as possible. Do not delay! contact your primary care physician, podiatrist, or wound care center asap.

Question 2

are there any sprays or creams i can use to cure a diabetic foot ulcer?

Accepted Answer

No: There is no spray or cream that will cure an ulcer. The cause of ulcer must be determined, whether it is circulatory, excessive pressure, infection etc.

Question 3

what are some herbal medicines for wounded diabetic foot?

Accepted Answer

None whatsoever: Diabetic foot wounds are incredibly serious conditions that can put your limb and life at risk.  Don't fool around with herbal "cures."  you should, if you're not already, be under the care of a team of doctors for this, including an endocrinologist, podiatrist, vascular surgeon, nutritionist, cde, pedorthist and possibly even an orthopedist and neurologist.

Question 4

what is the best ointment to put on diabetic foot wound. he has been out on stafcure lz as well. my friend is putting betadine so far.thanks?

Accepted Answer

Foot wound: Please have your friend set up an appointment with a Foot specialist. They are all excellent!

Question 5

what happens when you have a diabetic foot wound?

Accepted Answer

Are at risk: For infection and even gangrene if not properly treated. Cause of wound needs to be determined and proper treatment administered.

Question 6

can a silver sulphadiazine topical be used for a diabetic foot ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Make sure there is no sulfa allergy.

Question 7

what are some tips for diabetic foot care?

Accepted Answer

Diabetic Feet: An annual exam by a foot specialist at least annually if there are no associated foot issues/deformity. More frequently if neuropathy or other complicating features are present. A daily foot check for areas of irritation or wounds; if the latter is present, they should be seen and followed immediately. Check shoes for foreign objects before donning. Maintain good health and glucose control.

Question 8

how are diabetic foot infections diagnosed?

Accepted Answer

Diabetic foot infect: Even podiatrists and wound care specialists cannot agree all the time on this. An ulceration in a diabetic is always an intense matter. All wounds have bacteria on them: some will be considered infected and others colonized. Seek help for any ulcer if you are a diabetic. Contact a podiatrist or wound care specialist immediately for assistance!

Question 9

can you get a diabetic foot amputation from cheating everyday?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Diabetics lifetime risk of 15-20% of developing a foot ulcer and of those 15-20% will go on to amputations. Those % are going to increase to 25% in the next few years. Multiple risk factors lead to ulcers and amputation, and high blood sugars is one of them. High blood sugars leads to neuropathy, poor circulation and foot deformities among other things. Keeping your sugars under control is key.

Question 10

what is the prevalence and risk factors for diabetic foot ulceration?

Accepted Answer

Diabetic Ulcer: See http://www.Cdc.Gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm5245a3.Htm

the answer is 12.7% prevalence. The greatest risk factor is the duration of diabetes. The other risk factors are: obesity, use of insulin, smoking, hispanic, white race, not married and younger age.

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