Diabetes makes you more likely to have sores and ulcers. Diabetes causes poor circulation and an increased risk of nerve damage and infection, which makes diabetic ulcers a serious complication.

Diabetes is a chronic medical condition that affects millions of people worldwide. One of the most common complications of diabetes is foot ulcers, which can lead to serious health problems, ...

Diabetes can affect your body in many ways, but the impact on your feet is especially critical. High blood sugar levels can cause nerve damage, known as diabetic neuropathy, which may result in ...

Wound care and prevention are essential for people with diabetes. Without timely and effective care, wounds could get worse ...

Toe-level health has gained recent strides thanks to nurses trained in what’s called medical-grade foot care. It’s eased foot pain for Spokane’s Val Hughes, 74, a retired nurse who learned of the ...

Twice-daily esmolol hydrochloride gel (Galnobax, NovaLead) appears to significantly improve closure of diabetic foot ulcers, particularly in patients with risk factors for impeded wound healing, say ...

Your feet provide important health warnings. Unusual changes in toes, nails, or skin may indicate serious conditions. These ...

Diabetic foot ulcers affect millions worldwide and precede 80% of diabetes-related amputations. Experts explain how these wounds start, why recurrence is common, and what strategies—including ...

STOCKHOLM, Sweden — Esmolol hydrochloride gel (Galnobax, NovoLead) appears to be a safe and effective novel topical treatment option for diabetic foot ulcers, according to results from a new trial of ...