Diabetic Foot Infection

What is Diabetic Foot Infection

A diabetic foot infection is a common but serious injury experienced by people with diabetes. As with all infections, this condition occurs when bacteria enter the body, often through a wound. A diabetic foot infection can appear as the result of an otherwise small injury.

Signs and symptoms

The symptoms of diabetic foot infections are similar to those of any infection. The area around the injury will become red, eventually spreading from the original site. People with diabetic foot infections will also experience pain or tenderness at the site of the wound, and the original cut may seep pus.

Causes

Poor circulation can also make it more difficult for ulcers to heal. High glucose levels can slow the healing process of an infected foot ulcer, so blood sugar management is critical.