DIABETIC FOOT CAN BE PREVENTABLE
One of the most important complication and scourge of diabetes is the involvement of lower limbs with Vasculopathy (Peripheral Vascular Disease), Peripheral Nerve Disease (Diabetic Neuropathy), Bone Disease and Infections especially in making diabetic foot ulcers (DFU) to foot amputations. Diabetic Foot care is an essential part of limb preservation as most foot problems are preventable through early identification and prompt treatment by skilled health professionals. Diabetic foot managers are combination of Physicians, Surgeons, Podiatrists and Ped-orthotists. Among people living with Diabetes mellitus 20% are addressed for foot ulceration as a result of peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage), peripheral vascular disease (Blood vessel damage) or both with different presentations. Knowledge of practice regarding different aspects of care regarding diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) reduces risk of diabetic foot complications and ultimately our Goal – Save Amputations. Diabetic foot is a Public
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