Mild skin abnormalities associated with diabetes
Damage to the nerves caused by diabetes disrupts sweat production, which can lead to dry, cracked skin with fissures.
There may also be cases where woundformation. As a result of this condition, pain and/or a reduction in sensation may occur.
Treatment of diabetic wounds
The treatment involves identifying the cause of the wound (shoe, skin, etc.), eliminating the cause and relieving pressure on the affected area until the wound has healed. The expected outcome is recovery and the prevention of the wound recurring by removing the cause. In addition, the patient will be advised on what they can do themselves.
