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| name = Diabetic foot | |||
| image = [[File:Neuropathic_heel_ulcer_diabetic.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Neuropathic heel ulcer in a diabetic patient | |||
| field = [[Endocrinology]], [[Podiatry]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Ulcer (dermatology)|Ulcers]], [[infection]], [[gangrene]] | |||
| complications = [[Amputation]], [[sepsis]], [[osteomyelitis]] | |||
| onset = Typically in patients with long-standing [[diabetes mellitus]] | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Peripheral neuropathy]], [[peripheral artery disease]] | |||
| risks = Poor [[glycemic control]], [[smoking]], [[obesity]], [[hypertension]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[imaging studies]], [[blood tests]] | |||
| differential = [[Venous ulcer]], [[arterial ulcer]], [[pressure ulcer]] | |||
| prevention = [[Blood sugar control]], [[foot care]], [[regular check-ups]] | |||
| treatment = [[Wound care]], [[antibiotics]], [[surgery]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depends on severity and management | |||
| frequency = Common in patients with [[diabetes]] | |||
}} | |||
= Diabetic Foot Syndrome = | = Diabetic Foot Syndrome = | ||
[[File:Diabetic Foot Syndrome.jpg|left|thumb|A diabetic foot ulcer, a common complication of diabetes mellitus.|link=Diabetic_foot_ulcer]] | |||
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== Diabetic foot == | == Diabetic foot == | ||
Diabetic foot refers to various foot-related pathologies associated with [[Diabetes mellitus|diabetes mellitus]] or its chronic complications. This collective term, '''diabetic foot syndrome''', encompasses a range of disorders. | Diabetic foot refers to various foot-related pathologies associated with [[Diabetes mellitus|diabetes mellitus]] or its chronic complications. This collective term, '''diabetic foot syndrome''', encompasses a range of disorders. | ||
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Diabetic foot syndrome encompasses various pathologies resulting from either direct effects of diabetes or its long-term complications. It's a significant concern in diabetic care due to its potential severity and impact on quality of life. | Diabetic foot syndrome encompasses various pathologies resulting from either direct effects of diabetes or its long-term complications. It's a significant concern in diabetic care due to its potential severity and impact on quality of life. | ||
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== Pathogenesis == | == Pathogenesis == | ||
=== Blood Circulation Effects === | === Blood Circulation Effects === | ||
Diabetes affects [[Blood circulation|blood circulation]], particularly in extremities like the feet. Reduced blood flow can lead to numerous complications, including delayed wound healing and increased infection risks. | Diabetes affects [[Blood circulation|blood circulation]], particularly in extremities like the feet. Reduced blood flow can lead to numerous complications, including delayed wound healing and increased infection risks. | ||
=== Nerve Function Impairment === | === Nerve Function Impairment === | ||
[[Neuropathy|Neuropathy]], or nerve damage, is a common consequence of diabetes. It can lead to loss of sensation in the feet, making it difficult for patients to notice injuries or changes in foot health. | [[Neuropathy|Neuropathy]], or nerve damage, is a common consequence of diabetes. It can lead to loss of sensation in the feet, making it difficult for patients to notice injuries or changes in foot health. | ||
== Complications == | == Complications == | ||
=== Ulceration === | === Ulceration === | ||
Diabetic foot ulcers are a major risk for individuals with diabetes. These are wounds or sores that do not heal easily and are prone to recurrence. Research suggests a lifetime risk for diabetics between 15% and 25%. | Diabetic foot ulcers are a major risk for individuals with diabetes. These are wounds or sores that do not heal easily and are prone to recurrence. Research suggests a lifetime risk for diabetics between 15% and 25%. | ||
=== Infection === | === Infection === | ||
Due to a weakened [[Immune system|immune system]] and reduced blood flow, diabetic individuals are more susceptible to foot infections. These can be severe and may lead to more serious health issues, including the need for amputation. | Due to a weakened [[Immune system|immune system]] and reduced blood flow, diabetic individuals are more susceptible to foot infections. These can be severe and may lead to more serious health issues, including the need for amputation. | ||
=== Neuropathic Osteoarthropathy (Charcot Foot) === | === Neuropathic Osteoarthropathy (Charcot Foot) === | ||
Characterized by weakened bones in the foot, leading to fractures often without significant trauma. This is attributed to the nerve damage ([[Neuropathy|neuropathy]]) commonly seen in long-standing diabetes. | Characterized by weakened bones in the foot, leading to fractures often without significant trauma. This is attributed to the nerve damage ([[Neuropathy|neuropathy]]) commonly seen in long-standing diabetes. | ||
== Prevention == | == Prevention == | ||
Preventive measures are crucial in managing diabetic foot syndrome. These include: | Preventive measures are crucial in managing diabetic foot syndrome. These include: | ||
=== Regular Monitoring === | === Regular Monitoring === | ||
Regular [[Foot examination|foot examinations]] and monitoring are essential for early detection of potential issues. | Regular [[Foot examination|foot examinations]] and monitoring are essential for early detection of potential issues. | ||
=== Blood Sugar Control === | === Blood Sugar Control === | ||
Maintaining optimal [[Blood sugar level|blood sugar levels]] is key in reducing the risk of complications. | Maintaining optimal [[Blood sugar level|blood sugar levels]] is key in reducing the risk of complications. | ||
== Management == | == Management == | ||
Effective management of diabetic foot complications includes: | Effective management of diabetic foot complications includes: | ||
=== Foot Care === | === Foot Care === | ||
Proper [[Foot hygiene|foot hygiene]] and care are essential for preventing ulcers and infections. | Proper [[Foot hygiene|foot hygiene]] and care are essential for preventing ulcers and infections. | ||
=== Appropriate Footwear === | === Appropriate Footwear === | ||
Wearing the right [[Footwear|footwear]] helps in reducing the risk of injuries and complications. | Wearing the right [[Footwear|footwear]] helps in reducing the risk of injuries and complications. | ||
* Inspecting feet daily for cuts, blisters, redness, and swelling. | * Inspecting feet daily for cuts, blisters, redness, and swelling. | ||
* Keeping feet clean and dry. | * Keeping feet clean and dry. | ||
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* Consulting a healthcare provider at the first sign of any foot problems. | * Consulting a healthcare provider at the first sign of any foot problems. | ||
Proper care and early detection can play a significant role in reducing the morbidity associated with diabetic foot and ensuring a better quality of life for those with diabetes mellitus. | Proper care and early detection can play a significant role in reducing the morbidity associated with diabetic foot and ensuring a better quality of life for those with diabetes mellitus. | ||
[[Category:Diabetes]] | [[Category:Diabetes]] | ||
[[Category:Foot Diseases]] | [[Category:Foot Diseases]] | ||
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| Diabetic foot | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Ulcers, infection, gangrene |
| Complications | Amputation, sepsis, osteomyelitis |
| Onset | Typically in patients with long-standing diabetes mellitus |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Peripheral neuropathy, peripheral artery disease |
| Risks | Poor glycemic control, smoking, obesity, hypertension |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, imaging studies, blood tests |
| Differential diagnosis | Venous ulcer, arterial ulcer, pressure ulcer |
| Prevention | Blood sugar control, foot care, regular check-ups |
| Treatment | Wound care, antibiotics, surgery |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on severity and management |
| Frequency | Common in patients with diabetes |
| Deaths | N/A |
Diabetic Foot Syndrome[edit]
Diabetic foot[edit]
Diabetic foot refers to various foot-related pathologies associated with diabetes mellitus or its chronic complications. This collective term, diabetic foot syndrome, encompasses a range of disorders.
Introduction[edit]
Diabetic foot syndrome encompasses various pathologies resulting from either direct effects of diabetes or its long-term complications. It's a significant concern in diabetic care due to its potential severity and impact on quality of life.
Pathogenesis[edit]
Blood Circulation Effects[edit]
Diabetes affects blood circulation, particularly in extremities like the feet. Reduced blood flow can lead to numerous complications, including delayed wound healing and increased infection risks.
Nerve Function Impairment[edit]
Neuropathy, or nerve damage, is a common consequence of diabetes. It can lead to loss of sensation in the feet, making it difficult for patients to notice injuries or changes in foot health.
Complications[edit]
Ulceration[edit]
Diabetic foot ulcers are a major risk for individuals with diabetes. These are wounds or sores that do not heal easily and are prone to recurrence. Research suggests a lifetime risk for diabetics between 15% and 25%.
Infection[edit]
Due to a weakened immune system and reduced blood flow, diabetic individuals are more susceptible to foot infections. These can be severe and may lead to more serious health issues, including the need for amputation.
Neuropathic Osteoarthropathy (Charcot Foot)[edit]
Characterized by weakened bones in the foot, leading to fractures often without significant trauma. This is attributed to the nerve damage (neuropathy) commonly seen in long-standing diabetes.
Prevention[edit]
Preventive measures are crucial in managing diabetic foot syndrome. These include:
Regular Monitoring[edit]
Regular foot examinations and monitoring are essential for early detection of potential issues.
Blood Sugar Control[edit]
Maintaining optimal blood sugar levels is key in reducing the risk of complications.
Management[edit]
Effective management of diabetic foot complications includes:
Foot Care[edit]
Proper foot hygiene and care are essential for preventing ulcers and infections.
Appropriate Footwear[edit]
Wearing the right footwear helps in reducing the risk of injuries and complications.
- Inspecting feet daily for cuts, blisters, redness, and swelling.
- Keeping feet clean and dry.
- Moisturizing the feet but avoiding the area between the toes.
- Cutting nails straight across and filing the edges.
- Avoiding going barefoot and wearing comfortable, well-fitting shoes.
- Consulting a healthcare provider at the first sign of any foot problems.
Proper care and early detection can play a significant role in reducing the morbidity associated with diabetic foot and ensuring a better quality of life for those with diabetes mellitus.
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