If a diabetic patient finds a wound, the patient should stop using the affected area immediately to prevent pressure on the wound, which could cause the wound to expand. In addition, wearing shoes for diabetic patients will help prevent pressure from the shoes causing wounds. The patient should see a doctor immediately to check the symptoms.
But if the wound has a scratch, clean the wound immediately with warm water and mild soap as gently as possible without scrubbing or rubbing. Then wipe it dry and apply a non-cell-destroying antiseptic. ยูฟ่าเบท Cover the wound with a dry, sterile dressing. Do not use a general medicated plaster because the wound may not dry. Then observe and monitor the symptoms. If there are any abnormalities or the symptoms become more severe, see a doctor as soon as possible.
Warning signs of diabetic foot ulcers
Diabetic patients who have their legs amputated, the main cause is from having a wound and not knowing it or leaving it until the wound spreads and becomes more severe. The more severe it is, the higher the chance of having the leg amputated. Therefore, if you do not want to have your leg amputated, you must observe the following symptoms:
- Less hair on the feet or legs
- The skin color will darken or become black, usually occurring on the toes.
- Unable to feel pulse on the back of the foot, pain in the leg or foot when walking
- The affected foot is cold (temperature of both feet is not the same)
- Nails thicken
- There is a chronic wound on the foot. The wound area is swollen, red, painful or irritated, and has an unusual odor.
- There is pus flowing out. If it is severe, the finger will rot.