Foot ulcers can result from factors like high blood sugar, poor circulation, neuropathy and foot abnormalities.” He cautioned, “Diabetes increases risk due to associated complications.

Diabetes is a long-term condition caused by defi­ciency in quantity or function of insulin, the chemical controlling the level of sugar in the blood. People with diabetes par­ticularly when ...

Around 30 million people in the US have been diagnosed with diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and around 25% of patients experience a foot ulcer in their lifetime.

Key symptoms of diabetic foot include tingling and numbness in the feet, calluses, and peeling skin. There's no cure but you can avoid ulcers and amputation with proper foot care and regular exams.

FibroBiologics and Charles River have announced the completion of FibroBiologics’ master cell bank for a product that will be evaluated for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers and other ...

Delivering the 39th Prof. M. Viswanathan Gold Medal Oration, organised by M.V. Hosptial for Diabetes, Dr. Game said inadequate management of foot ulcers often led to amputations. Pointing to a ...