Early diagnosis and continuous health care are essential to prevent complications and guarantee the quality of life
National Diabetes Day, celebrated on June 26, is a date dedicated to the awareness of prevention, early diagnosis and care of this chronic disease. In addition to the control of glucose in the blood, the condition can have an impact on various areas of the body – and the skin is often one of the first to reflect the signs.
According to dr. José Roberto Fraga Filo, dermatologist, full member of the Brazilian society of dermatology and clinical director of the Fraga Institute of Dermatology, the changes in the skin are among the most frequent effects diabetesPrecisely because the disease causes important imbalances in various body functions. Therefore, skin care should not be neglected by those who live with the disease.
“Diabetes is characterized by high blood sugar levels, which compromises microcirculation, weakens the immune system, causes dehydration and influences the sensitivity to the skin due to the injury of the peripheral nerve“The doctor explains.
Effects of diabetes on the skin
Since the skin is the largest organ of the human body, any change tends to become evident faster. Among the most common problems caused by diabetes there are dryness, recurring fungal and bacterial infections, difficulties healingdark spots on folds such as neck and armpits and changes in sensitivity, especially on the feet.
Dr. José Roberto Fraga Filho stresses that when injuries do not heal – especially on the feet -, a warning sign must be lit. “The combination of poor circulation and low immunity facilitates the entry of bacteria and can cause serious infections, with risks including amputations in extreme cases,” he explains.
Daily care with the skin of those who have diabetes
Daily skin care should be incorporated into the routine of diabetic patients. The expert recommends:
- Fast bathrooms with hot water;
- Use of soft soaps, without alcohol and without fragrance;
- Hydration after the bath with thick creams, such as the base of the vaseline;
- Careful drying of the folds and between the fingers;
- Greater attention to the cutting of the nails;
- Avoid using tight shoes.
During the winter, the treatment They should be intensified as the tendency to make warmer bathrooms can increase dryness and compromise the skin protection barrier.
Importance of the car -skin exams
Another important point is the car -skin exams, which should be done frequently. If points, recurring infections or wounds do not appear, it is essential to look for a dermatologist.
“The biggest mistake I see is that the patient can neglect signs Important and I believe that complications will not happen. The multidisciplinary sequel with endocrinologist and dermatologist is essential for effective treatment “, strengthens Dr. José Roberto Fraga Filho.
In this National Diabetes Day, the expert leaves a clear message: “Changes of the skin can be the first sign that something is not going well. Early diagnosis and continuous health care are essential to prevent complications and guarantee the quality of life. “
By Gabriela Andrade
Source: Terra
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