im type 1 diabetic my fingers are rough how can i get them soft again?

Answer 1

Rough from dryness or rough from calluses from testing? If you're testing a lot, and you're not changing your lancets very often, that's probably the problem. Each time you use the lancet it gets a bit more dull. Instead of something as sharp as a new needle you start getting something like a nail...not literally of course, but ya know what I mean. The dull tip of the lancet causes a larger tear and over time over and over using dull lancets you get calluses. Change your lancet at least after every few tests to reduce the problem. Also using a different finger for each test will help too. I test 8-10 times a day. I just the right sides of my fingers one day and then the left sides the next day. I'll also use alternate testing sites when ever possible.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

I typically rub lotion on my hands and feet twice a day. Feet tend to become dry and cracked on a diabetic and need extra attention. I've been doing finger sticks for almost 20 years and so far, the lotion (and rotating finger sites) keep them looking good.

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(I don't work for them, just offering personal experience.)

Answer 5

Using alcohol swabs before testing your fingers can really dry out your skin, leading to rough fingertips. Generally, washing well with soap and water, rinsing well, and drying really well before testing is adequate.
Also, have you considered a meter that will allow you to test on your forearm instead of your fingertips? I use the Therasense Freestyle and don't see much difference between fingertip and forearm readings. One recommendation though, if you have reason to suspect that your sugar is low, or changing rapidly, ALWAYS test on your fingertips, as fingertip readings will reflect changes sooner.

Answer 6

I'm also type 1 diabetic, i use petrolatum jelly, after you test your sugar level , use a Q tip and put a small amount on your fingers. Make sure when you re test wipe off the petrolatum jelly, and then reapply it.

Answer 7

You might try some MSM cream (available at most health food stores or on the internet). MSM can also be taken internally.

Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

cocoa butter or vitamin e oil twice a day.