Living with diabetes can present a number of challenges. Whether you have been
recently diagnosed or have been trying to keep it under control for years, it
takes some effort. It can also cause several complications that can affect your
feet and quality of life in general. Swelling of the feet is a common
complication that can develop with diabetes.
When you have diabetes, there are several reasons your feet can swell but it is often
associated with neuropathy. Diabetes can cause poor circulation. When blood
does not flow properly, the lack of blood supply takes its toll and can result
in nerve damage, or neuropathy. The damaged blood vessels do not constrict and
relax like they should which can lead to fluid buildup and swelling.
Is a swollen foot something to worry about if
I have diabetes?
The answer is a loud YES!
Sometimes feet can become swollen if you have been standing or walking around
all day but a swollen foot can also be a symptom of an infection or an ulcer.
If you have diabetes, neuropathy hinders your ability to feel pain so a swollen
foot is something to take notice of and take action for immediately.
Foot specialist, Dr. Tejas Pandya, consistently reminds his patients with
diabetes that a swollen foot could be indicating a serious situation. You
should have a good knowledge of when this happens and what the cause might be.
There are many general foot care tips that Dr. Pandya encourages diabetic
patients to follow such as daily foot care, proper toenail maintenance, wearing
appropriate shoes and quick treatment for any injury. All of these can reduce
your chances of having swollen feet.
Are you dealing with swollen feet
and need help? If you have diabetes, we highly encourage you to seek help as
soon as possible. Please contact our podiatric office in Troy, NY today with
any questions or to make an appointment. Call (518) 273-0053 or visit www.capitaldistrictpodiatry.com.
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