Who might have problems with diabetes-related foot conditions?
Who might have problems with diabetes-related foot conditions?
Foot problems often occur in people with diabetes, especially among those who have:
- Nerve damage or poor blood flow in the feet.
- Trouble managing blood glucose levels over long periods, including frequent episodes of hyperglycemia (blood sugar that’s too high).
- Weight problems.
- Had diabetes for a long time.
- High blood pressure or high cholesterol.