Diabetes patients are often alerted to blood sugar, diet, sports, but skin health is often neglected. In fact, chronic high blood sugar can make the skin dry, sensitive and even more susceptible to infection. Don’t worry, it’s only a few simple steps that will make the skin radiant.
Daily wetting is the key. Diabetes patients are prone to drying their skin with water, especially in the foot and foot. If the skin is dry for a long time, not only does it look painful, but it may also “open the door” for the infection. After each bath, the whole body is covered with mild, fragrance-free cream, with a focus on the dry areas on the knees, elbows and heels. Remember, hot water is comfortable, but it makes the skin dryer, so the water is so hot in the shower.
The choice of comfortable clothing is also important. Tight clothing and crude material fabrics may rub skin, causing irritation or damage. It would be preferable to wear loose, soft cotton clothing that was comfortable and protected the skin. If the skin is particularly dry in winter, the indoor use of humidifiers may be considered to help keep the air wet.
Also, be careful with bacteria and fungi. High blood sugar makes bacteria “happy” and the risk of infection increases. Especially skin wrinkles, such as under armpits and groin, make it easier to sweat. Maintaining these areas dry and changing clothes every day can effectively prevent problems. If the skin is found to be red, itchy or abnormal, do not use the ointment yourself and find a doctor in time to be more comfortable.
Finally, don’t forget to focus on the health of your feet. Small damage to the feet of diabetic patients can cause major problems, with a weekly examination of the condition of the feet to see if there are signs of cracks, colour alteration or infection. If toenails are bad, it’s better to go to a professional clinic. The skin is the first line of defence for the body, protecting it is helping to reduce the burden of blood sugar management. You can do it easy!
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