One thing that is usually associated with diabetes is foot issues. Why do diabetics have more feet problems than people without diabetes? One major problem is that when a person has diabetes, their blood flow or circulation slows down. So when the circulation slows down, the healing process also slows down. So when a person with diabetes gets a injury on their foot, such as a puncture wound or a blister, the healing process takes longer, making the risk of infection much higher than someone without diabetes.
The other problem is that a person who has diabetes usually has nerve damage. This is especially true in the feet and is called neuropathy. What can eventually happen is that the diabetic loses all feeling in their feet, making it impossible to feel pain in your feet even if you step on a nail or a jagged rock. This is why it is especially important for diabetics to constantly be aware of their feet by making sure they are properly protected with shoes whenever going outside and sometimes inside. Also they need to check their feet thoroughly everyday, checking for cuts, wounds, blisters and injuries. For more information on how diabetes effects your feet, check out http://www.eastpennfoot.com/diabeticfootandanklecenter.
If you have diabetes, it is especially important for you to visit a podiatrist. While you might be thinking, “Oh why do I need another doctor?” It is worth it because a podiatrist will help you to avoid many foot problems in the future. East Penn Foot and Ankle Associates would love to help you. Call the office at 610-432-9593 and set up an appointment. If you want in on a little secret, check out the website (www.eastpennfoot.com) and check out how much the first visit will cost you under the FAQ’s section of the website. You will be pleasantly surprised if you check the website.
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