| It
is not unusual for many people to have foot ailments resulting
from diabetic and circulatory disorders. All components of
the foot including nerves, blood vesels, bones, joints, and
skin may become affected. A person may experience symptoms
such as numbness, burning, weakness, and sharp or dull, throbbing
pain. One may observe nail thickening, skin texture changes,
cracks in the skin, swelling, color changes, cool or cold
feet, and loss of hair. Regular check-ups can help prevent
some of the more serious complications of diabetic and circulatory
disorders of the foot including: infection, gangrene, ulcers,
and constant pain.Dr. Sextro, Dr. Larsen and Dr. Bandel can
examine your feet regularly, teach you self-care, trim your
nails, treat blisters and ulcers, trim corns and callouses,
treat infections, provide custom footwear, and advise you
on your shoe gear. Dr. Bandel specializes in complicated diabetic
foot conditions.
|