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What To Do If The Second Toe Turned Purple To Pink With Frequent Inflammation In A Type 2 Diabetic 73 Yr Old?

I have Type 2 since Dec 2012. I noticed 1 toe on each foot next to the big toe turned purple. They calmed down to pink after a while but do flare up every once in a while. What can I do to increase the circulation in my toes.? I am 73 yrs old and work in a daycare. Thank you
Thu, 6 Mar 2014
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Nerve damage, circulation problems, and infections can lead to serious foot problems if you have diabetes. However, there are precautions you can take to maintain healthy feet.Good management of your diabetes and an overall healthy lifestyle helps to keep this disease under control. This should include regular monitoring of blood sugar, regular exercise, a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables, and regular medical exams. People with diabetes should also avoid sitting with crossed legs or standing in one position for a long time.
1.Check your feet and toes, inspecting the top, sides, soles, heels, and the area n between the toes. Contact your doctor immediately if you discover any sores, redness, cuts, blisters, or bruises.
2.Wash your feet every day in warm water with mild soap. Hot water and harsh soaps can damage your skin. Check the water temperature with your fingers or elbow before putting your feet in because your diabetes may make it difficult to sense water temperature with your feet.
3.Dry your feet thoroughly and gently. Infections tend to develop in moist areas, so make sure you dry the area between your toes well.
4.If the skin on your feet feels rough or dry, use lotion or oil. Do not use lotion between your toes if you have sores there.
5.If you are physically unable to inspect your own feet, use a mirror or ask someone to help.
6.Avoid walking barefoot on hot pavement or sandy beaches.
Protect your feet from heat and cold.
7.Never attempt to remove corns, calluses, warts, or other foot lesions
yourself.

In your case its time visit a podialogist or a diabetic expert and follow his advice

Regards
Dr Santosh
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What To Do If The Second Toe Turned Purple To Pink With Frequent Inflammation In A Type 2 Diabetic 73 Yr Old?

Nerve damage, circulation problems, and infections can lead to serious foot problems if you have diabetes. However, there are precautions you can take to maintain healthy feet.Good management of your diabetes and an overall healthy lifestyle helps to keep this disease under control. This should include regular monitoring of blood sugar, regular exercise, a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables, and regular medical exams. People with diabetes should also avoid sitting with crossed legs or standing in one position for a long time. 1.Check your feet and toes, inspecting the top, sides, soles, heels, and the area n between the toes. Contact your doctor immediately if you discover any sores, redness, cuts, blisters, or bruises. 2.Wash your feet every day in warm water with mild soap. Hot water and harsh soaps can damage your skin. Check the water temperature with your fingers or elbow before putting your feet in because your diabetes may make it difficult to sense water temperature with your feet. 3.Dry your feet thoroughly and gently. Infections tend to develop in moist areas, so make sure you dry the area between your toes well. 4.If the skin on your feet feels rough or dry, use lotion or oil. Do not use lotion between your toes if you have sores there. 5.If you are physically unable to inspect your own feet, use a mirror or ask someone to help. 6.Avoid walking barefoot on hot pavement or sandy beaches. Protect your feet from heat and cold. 7.Never attempt to remove corns, calluses, warts, or other foot lesions yourself. In your case its time visit a podialogist or a diabetic expert and follow his advice Regards Dr Santosh