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A study publishedin The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism spoke of researchers assigning diabetic patients tissue repair drug polydeoxyribonucleotide (PDRN) for 3 days a week for 8 weeks in order to treat diabetic foot ulcers. The results were that 37.7 percent of the group that was administered the drug achieved complete wound healing after 2 months.
“This approach could revolutionize the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers — a main cause of hospital admissions in the developed world,” Francesco Squadrito, MD, of the University of Messina in Gazzi Messina, Italy said. “Foot ulcers are a dangerous and expensive complication for people with diabetes, and current treatments such as hyperbaric oxygen therapy are costly and can have side effects.”
Diabetes can affect the entire body in a negative way, especially the feet. If you are diabetic and need a good podiatrist, come and see Dr. Mayer Salama of Salama Foot Care. Dr. Salama can provide your feet with the care they need.
Diabetic Foot Care
Diabetes affects millions of people of all ages each year. Diabetes damages blood vessels in many parts of the body, including the feet. When damage occurs to nerves in the feet, they may be unable to send the proper signals to the peripheral nervous system, resulting in a condition known as neuropathy. Once a diabetic patient develops neuropathy, it is imperative that the feet are well taken care of to avoid possible amputation of the feet.
The Importance of Caring for Your Feet
- Regularly check your feet for bruises or sores.
- Wear socks that fit your feet; socks shouldn’t be tight.
- Wear properly fitting shoes that are comfortable.
Patients with diabetes should have their doctor monitor their Hemoglobin A1C levels as this test lets the physician know how well the blood sugar levels have been controlled during the past 3 months. It is important to keep the blood sugar levels in a normal range (70-110mg/dl). It is advisable to visit a podiatrist if the diabetic patient is experiencing any conditions involving the feet.
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