16-Taking care of my feet

If you have diabetes you must take extra care of your feet. If not, your feet can become damaged and you could lose a toe, a foot or even a leg. Taking good care of your feet can stop this from happening.

You should:

• Check your feet every day for cuts, sores, red spots, swelling and infected toe nails
• Wash your feet every day, dry them well and apply lotion
• Keep your toe nails short and clean
• Put your feet up to rest
• Always wear your shoes but make sure they do not hurt your feet and give you cuts or blisters
• Be active
• Ask your nurse or doctor to check your feet when you are at the clinic