The treatment may consist simply of local wound care and antibiotics. Infections, especially bone infections, must be treated surgically. It is very important to avoid pressure on the ulcer during healing because new tissue is delicate. In addition, the healthcare provider should examine the person's feet at each visit. The individual must assume responsibility for self-care and learn how to prevent ulcers.
All medications have side effects.
For example, some of the medications used to treat diabetes may cause low blood sugar, known as hypoglycemia , which is potentially fatal. Surgery can cause bleeding, infection, and allergic reaction to anesthesia . After a person gets a diabetic foot ulcer, he or she will be at risk for further skin breakdown and infection for the rest of his or her life. A neglected blister or callous is the most common reason for amputations in people with diabetes. A person with diabetes needs to follow foot care guidelines and monitor blood sugar levels for the rest of his or her life.