DIABETIC FOOT ULCERS: UNDERSTANDING THE RISKS AND TREATMENTS

Diabetic foot ulcers present a serious complication for individuals with diabetes. These wounds occur on the lower extremities due to injury to nerves and blood vessels, common in patients living with diabetes. Symptoms of diabetic foot ulcers can persistent soreness, redness, swelling, warmth, and drainage. In some cases, ulcers may be painless,