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Can you tell me about tips for someone with diabetic foot who will go on a long flight?

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Be prepared: Be sure to wear properly measured and fitted shoes. Do not forget to bring along your medication. Control you blood sugar. Get up occasionally and walk around for a few steps. Aks you doctor if you should wear compression stockings to prevent blood clots.

Answered 11/21/2014

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Diabetic foot: a long flight can be stressful which can increase blood sugar as well as a poor diet on the plane and dehydration. Check your blood sugar on a long flight, get up and walk around and drink water. Make sure you have your meds on you and not packed.

Answered 9/29/2016

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