diabetas, odos priežiūra - May 11, 2021

Skin care tips for diabetes

Diabetes can dry out the skin . This means you can get injured more easily, get infected more often and take longer to heal. Follow these tips to keep your skin healthy.

Protect yourself from the elements of nature

To protect your skin from the cold or wind , cover your ears and face, including your nose, and wear a hat. Also wear warm gloves and boots or long boots.

Also recommended:

Use a lip balm to prevent chapped lips.
To prevent skin dryness in cold weather, use a room humidifier to add moisture to the air in heated rooms.
When bathing or showering, use warm (not hot) water and a mild, moisturizing soap.
Do not take long baths or showers.
Pat your skin dry with a towel, but don't rub.
Use a gentle lotion after washing or drying your skin to prevent skin dryness. It is best to use a cream specifically designed for diabetic patients .
Try not to dig dry skin. Apply a moisturizer instead.
Keep a bottle of lotion near the sink so you can use it after washing your hands.
Limit yourself to a few skin care products to reduce the chance of an adverse reaction.
If your skin is problematic (acne, acne), consult your dermatologist before choosing a face moisturizer . Some can cause acne, pimples, or worsen skin conditions.
Use products labeled "non-comedogenic" or "non-congenic" (non-pore-clogging).

Make a skin first aid kit

Keep a first aid kit close by to take care of your hands and feet . It should contain:

Antibacterial ointment
Gauze pads
Hypoallergenic or paper strip
Packaged cleaning wipes (if soap and water are not available)

How to treat blisters

Do not try to puncture the blister. The skin covering it protects against infection.
Wash the area gently with soap and warm water.
Apply an antibacterial ointment to the blister.
Bandage or cover with a gauze pad. Secure this with hypoallergenic or paper tape.
Change the dressing at least once a day.
If the blister is on the foot and was caused by rubbing shoes, wear another pair of shoes until the blister heals.

How to care for small incisions

Gently wash the affected area with soap and warm water.
Apply antibacterial ointment.
Bandage the incision or cover it with a gauze pad. Secure it with hypoallergenic or paper tape.
Change the dressing at least once a day.

How to deal with minor skin problems such as rashes

Gently wash the area with soap and warm water, pat dry.
Cover the irritated skin with a bandage or gauze pad. Secure this with hypoallergenic or paper tape.
Check the area regularly to make sure the skin irritation is not getting worse.
Change the dressing at least once a day.