The risk of a foot or leg amputation is between 15 to 40 times greater for an individual with diabetes, with each year more than 56,000 amputations being performed. As well there can be sweating from the waist up with dry skin from the waist down and tingling and numbness in the hands and feet. If there is the presence of elevated blood sugar levels over a long period of time commonly the results are damage to the kidneys, heart, eyes, and feet. This is due to damage to small blood vessels. It can and may impair kidney function.
Vascular disease increases the potential for heart disease and stroke.
Cataract formation can and may occur with a loss of vision. Complex Foot Problems Early recognition and continued management of risk factors for ulcers and amputations can prevent or delay the onset of these adverse outcomes. The successful outcomes we have been able to achieve are the result of an overall control of each component of this disease. Yet to be Made. To prevent foot ulcers, individuals with diabetes who have any one of these risk factors must be committed to actively exam and protect their feet on a daily basis.