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5 articles on Diabetes

Charcot Foot: The Silent Emergency in Diabetic Neuropathy

Charcot foot is a severe and often late-diagnosed complication of diabetes mellitus. Despite a lack of pain, sudden warming and swelling of the foot require immediate action.

13 min read

Diabetic Foot: Recognising Early Warning Signs, Reducing Risks and Utilizing Podiatric Prevention

Diabetic foot syndrome is one of the most severe long-term complications of diabetes mellitus. Early podiatric prevention and regular examinations can effectively prevent tissue damage.

11 min read

Foot Care in Diabetes: How Effective Daily Checks Protect Your Feet

Foot care requires special attention in people with diabetes mellitus. A structured daily check protects against unnoticed injuries and serious complications.

13 min read

Monofilament Test: Early Detection of Loss of Sensation in the Diabetic Foot

The fine nylon filament instrument indicates at an early stage whether neural pathways in the feet have been damaged by elevated blood sugar levels. Precise podiatric testing protects against unnoticed wounds and chronic complications.

13 min read

Risk Categories in Diabetic Foot Syndrome: Classification, Monitoring Intervals and Prescription

The classification of diabetic foot syndrome into systematic risk categories determines the frequency of medical follow-up examinations and the eligibility for prescribed podiatric treatments.

11 min read

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