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How to Care for Your Feet When You Have Diabetes
Medically Reviewed by Michael Dansinger, MD on January 28, 2023
Diabetes Foot Care Is In Your Hands
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Diabetes Foot Care: 4 Quick Tips
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Inspect Your Feet Daily
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Protect Your Feet
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Prevent Blood Sugar Spikes
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Get Help: Talk to Your Doctor
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Hot and Cold Dos and Don'ts
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Shoe and Toenail Tips
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Simple Steps for Staying Healthy
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Common Doesn't Mean Inevitable
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REFERENCES:
American Diabetes Association: "Foot Care."
Joslin Diabetes Center: "4 Tips for Foot Care When You Have Diabetes."
Medscape: “Diabetic Neuropathy.”
National Institutes of Health: “MedlinePlus: Diabetes Foot Care," "Prevent Diabetes Problems: Keep Your Feet and Skin Healthy."
The Patient Education Institute: "Diabetes Foot Care."
January 28, 2023
Medically Reviewed by: Michael Dansinger, MD
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