Diabetes and Feet

Diabetic patients should have to be very careful with their feet or they can get into trouble. There are possibilities that one can come across reduced blood circulation and nerve damage.

In case you feel that the feet is constantly getting cold and legs are becoming sore when walking, then you have to be careful as it could be because of decreased blood circulation. If you feel so, it is better to do some physical activity to improve the blood circulation. It is better to control blood sugar, blood fat and pressure.

Another symptom that diabetic patients come across is that the feet may become numb or you may have a burning sensation on the soles. This may be because of nerve damage. If you feel so, you have to check the feet regularly. Wash and dry in between the toes carefully. If corns or calluses are developed, immediately see the doctor. The nails should be trimmed regularly.

Diabetes patients: some Tips for Travel

A diabetic person when travelling should take plan ahead. This will reduce tension while travelling. Here are some tips for diabetic travel.

Before travelling, it is better to have a check up. Make sure that the glucose levels, cholesterol levels and pressure are ok. If there is any deviation, take some precautions.

Check the baggage for the medical kit. You should also have glucose snacks in your baggage.

The medication, including insulin and syringes should be kept in separate boxes so that no confusion arises.

Another thing that has to be seen is the time difference as this is important for taking medications. In case you re travelling east, the day become shorter and when travelling west, the day becomes longer.

It is good to wear a diabetes medical ID.