EARLY SCREENING OF DIABETICS IS OFTEN LIMB SAVING
posted: Sep. 02, 2018.
Sam Sanchez was just 21 years old when he found out he had diabetes. Sanchez has now lost three toes, a common reality for diabetics. “I’ve seen a lot of patients walking around their house, step on a tack or sewing needle or an insulin needle, not realize it for a few days,” said podiatrist Dr. Mike Langlois. “By the time they've realized it, it's seeded a very bad infection which is oftentimes limb-threatening.”
Dr. Mike Langlois |
That's why Dr. Langlois with University Health System urges diabetics to have their feet examined regularly. “The complications of waiting are quite severe,” said Dr. Langlois. ”I recommend all diabetics come in and at least get screened and determine their level of risk so we can manage them and intervene early.”
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