Diabetic Foot pain

Are Your Experiencing Diabetic Foot Pain? Being a diabetic, many parts of the body get damaged, due to having too much glucose in the blood for extended periods. One of the main complaints of diabetics, I’d say would have to be the feet! In a nutshell, the cause of diabetic foot pain is mainly brought about by two main conditions 1. Diabetic Foot Pain & Nerve Damage Diabetic neuropathy (damage to the nerves) is a very common complaint that occurs in the legs and feet. Basically, this condition occurs as a result of the…

What Causes Diabetic Foot Swelling?

Swelling of the ankles and feet as a result of fluid retention in the tissues is commonly called edema. Accumulation of fluid generalized or localized to a particular part of the body. Swelling commonly occurs after sitting in one position for long, after eating salty food or as a result of hormonal changes. However, swelling can also be caused by other conditions. Edema (swelling in the ankles and feet) can also be caused by diabetes. Diabetic foot swelling is usually caused by diabetes-related factors, such as: Poor circulation Kidney problems Heart problems Obesity Venous insufficiency…