is there any method of healing diabetic foot ulcers. ?

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Most foot ulcers will form on the bottom of the foot. It is normal that shoes that do not fit well can cause sores and subsequent ulcers on the top of the foot or the ankle. Usually ulcers will start as a callus, small sore, abrasion, or a blister, which are no big deal in someone healthy and without diabetes. The reason why people with diabetes have diabetic foot ulcer is because of the high blood glucose levels, poor circulation, and nerve damage.

There are basically two categories of diabetic foot ulcers, vascular and neuropathic or more commonly known as pressure ulcer. Vascular ulcer is caused by peripheral vascular disease while neuropathic is the result of the loss of sensation that accompanies peripheral neuropathy. Diabetic patients who have peripheral neuropathy may put increased pressure on the same area of their foot repeatedly. This will initially result in callusing, which will eventually lead to ulceration. Diabetic foot ulcers caused by peripheral vascular disease are usually painful while those from peripheral neuropathy usually do not give much problem.

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All of the preceding are true. In addition, do not ever go barefoot as an injury to your foot may not heal. Wear well fitting shoes. Soak your feet and inspect them for any sores, cracks or bleeding. Use a good foot cream on dry, cracked areas especially on the soles of your feet. Don't forget to get into the doctor about any foot ulcers.

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For a ulcer to heal, you have to keep it clean, prevent it from infection and maintain a good environment for healing. Since you mentioned you mom is in hospice, I doubt people will treat her aggressively. Mostly just symptoms controlled. She will need good blood sugar control, nutrition (enough protein and vitamins, especially vitamin C and mineral, especially zinc). If the wound itself has no way to close, there a plastic surgeon consult should be considered. There should also be wound care to clean the wound and apply wound care product to promote healing. Also a lot of diabetic patients have poor circulation. If there is no good circulation to the ulcer area, it will not heal. Is she overweight? A lot of time weight lost and blood sugar control are the keys for diabetic ulcer. She may benefit from dietitian and diabetic educator consults. she may also need pharmacist consult on optimizing her diabetic meds.

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See a doctor (podiatrist who specializes in the feet). Make sure you see someone who knows what they're doing. Foot ulcers in a Diabetic need to be treated properly and A.s.a.p to prevent Gangrene from setting in. Any wound that doesn't heal in a timely manner should most definitely be seen. To prevent complications from Gangrene, you should regualarly see a podiatrist..and have any wounds, cuts, examined.

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My wife had foot ulcers. We tried everything the Docs said. Nothing worked Until she went to a good Podiatrists and he sent her to have a custom pair of sandals made. We never thought it had a snowballs chance of working. She went from wheelchair to walking in four weeks! The way it works is to take the pressure off of the sores so the healing can start. This might work for you if the sores are on the bottom of your feet. If you have insurance it might pay for them, ours did. Best of luck.

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With the newer types of insulin these days, diabetic diets aren't necessarily as restrictive as they used to be. Read here https://tr.im/PIMT6
As with any medicine or diet change, you should discuss it with your doctor. Fruits, both fresh and dried, have a natural sugar in them that will raise blood sugar levels, so be careful about eating too much. Not sure about the nuts. Moderation is always the key. I've been diabetic for 18 years and just recently changed insulin types. I love it because it gives me more freedom in when and what I eat.

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