November 2016

Foot Care Tips for Diabetics

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Diabetic Foot Problems High blood sugar levels in our body can lead to nerve damage and poor blood circulation. Diabetics related foot problems can be a nightmare if not treated at the proper time. Even a small infection can take a very longer time to heal because of poor blood circulation. The situation can turn worse to become a gangrene and then it might be necessary to amputate that part off the body. So it’s better that we become cautious at an early stage. Diabetics related problems in the foot can lead to loss of sensation to heat, cold or touch. There can be thickening of toe nails, blisters and ulcers, warts and corns in the affected part of the feet. There might be a burning sensation as well as pain in our foot. Diabetic Foot Care Tips 1. Wash your feet: Make sure that you wash your feet every day with a mild soap and warm water. The water should not be very hot and you should check it before your legs are exposed to them. 2. Pat Dry: It is extremely important to carefully pat dry your feet. Moist environment becomes an amicable host for the breeding of various infections. It’s also necessary to dry the area between your toes as well. 3. Moisturize dry skin: If you feel that your feet are rough or dry then only use a gentle lotion. Do not use lotion between your toes. 4. Avoid walking bare foot: Walking bare foot can cause injuries and can get infected easily. 5. Inspect your feet: Inspect your feet every day for any sores, bruises, or cuts. 6. Never attempt to remove any foot lesions or corns and warts by yourself. Also do not use any antiseptic liquids on cuts and bruises. Immediately see your doctor or podiatrist. If your feet is in a very bad condition, do not stand in once place for a very long time. It’s advisable to wear cushioned natural fiber made socks. 7. Tight shoes are not recommended. Choose comfortable well fitted shoes at all times. If these DIY tips doesn’t work for you, consult with our Abu Dhabi Podiatrists. We can give you the best solution for your feet! Give us a call on 02 633 0515 / 055 511 6072 and get an appointment today.

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Importance and sources of Vitamin D

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Why You Need Vitamin D? From our very childhood we have been hearing form our mothers about the importance Vitamin D in our bodies. Though many of us might know that it is actually important but not many people know why! So here’s a short preview of the importance of Vitamin D. We are pretty sure after reading this article the next time you encounter sunlight, you might not dislike it. Bone Density and Growth Have you ever heard of a person who has soft bones and you have always wondered what could be the probable cause of it! The probable answer is deficiency of Vitamin D. Vitamin D is mostly needed in our body for absorbing Calcium. Lesser the absorption of calcium in our body, softer the bone is. Also lesser calcium percentage might hamper proper growth of bones as well. But the importance of Vitamin is not limited to this, here are few other important aspects of Vitamin D. Reducing Risk of Multiple Diseases 1. Sclerosis is a disease where the immune system ends up eating the protecting coverings of nerves. Vitamin D reduces the risk of having this disease. 2. Vitamin D also reduces the risk of heart related problems. 3. It also helps in prevention of flu Fighting Depression In one study it was found that people who suffer from anxiety and depression often show improvement if Vitamin D is administered to them. Vitamin D plays a vital role in mood swings, anxiety problem and depression. Losing weight In case you are carrying some extra pounds in your body and you are just not comfortable about it, you might want to add some Vitamin D to your diet. According to scientists extra calcium and Vitamin D has an appetite suppressing effect. So the next big question is, where to get Vitamin D from? Yes, we have answers for that too, just keep reading Sunlight Yes, the oldest and yet the most effective way to get some Vitamin D. Vitamin D tablets, liquids, and supplements In case you are suffering from Vitamin D deficiency, do consult a doctor. Your doctor might prescribe you some vitamin D tablets or liquids or supplements. Guess what, you can buy these online from Propharma now. To buy them, click here. Strong: Food sources And obviously another organic and natural way of having some Vitamin D would be from food. Here are a list of few food items which are rich in Vitamin D. Do consider them in your diet. • Egg yolk • Salmon, Tuna, Mackerel • Sardines • Milk (fortified) • Orange juice (fortified) • Cereal (fortified) • Yogurt (fortified) • Beef liver • Cheese So go out, soak some sun, have some vitamin D enriched food, take some Vitamin D tablets and live a healthy life.

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Plantar Warts – Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

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What is Plantar Warts? Warts are infections on the skin caused by one particular strain of human papillomavirus (HPV). Warts which grow on the plantar surface (Bottom) of the foot are known as plantar warts. Warts are mostly non painful in nature. However, depending on the area and size of the wart it might prove to be a cause of irritation and pain. Plantar warts can be seen in all age groups but they are most common amongst high school going children. Causes of Plantar Warts • Using public showers can cause plantar warts • If you like to swim you should know that swimming pools can be a reason for warts too • Some kind of wound, friction on the skin sometimes might cause plantar wart • Weakened immune system can also be the probable causes for the spread of infection. Plantar warts are non-malignant and non-cancerous, in fact in about sometime most warts go away without any treatment. The size of the warts is 2-3 cms in general. However some warts may grow bigger and other might just might take the shape of little colonies. Treatment of Plantar Warts Home Remedy for Plantar Warts: There are various ways of treating the wart at home. Duct tape is one such home remedy. A small strip can be placed over the wart and left for a few days. It can be removed just by peeling of the duct tape. The peeling method can be applied with salicylic acid as well. Visit our clinic: 1. Cryotherapy: If you visit our podiatry clinic our doctor might suggest you to go for cryotherapy. Cryotherapy is basically done to freeze the wart by applying liquid nitrogen to it. Usually the dead tissue falls of within a week or so. Sometimes it might take you a few sittings with us to get rid of the wart completely. Other popular treatments are, 1. Laser Treatment 2. Minor Surgery 3. Vaccination Although warts are mostly non painful yet they might prove to be very unbecoming for us at certain situations. They become a cause for embarrassment for us in social gatherings and can indirectly be the cause of our low self-esteem. So it’s extremely important that they should be treated

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Ingrown Toenails – Causes, Symptoms and Remedies

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What is Ingrown Toenails? The medical term for ingrown toenails is onychocryptosis. It is a condition that can affect any of our toenails but the most usual area is the big toe. It is a painful manifestation of the nail to grow deep inside our skin and pierce through the tissues. Redness and swelling are the symptoms of it. It can become severe in cases where it may form a boil and to generate puss. Ingrown toenails are most common among adults. It rarely affects children. Athletes suffer quite frequently from ingrown toenails. Possible Causes of Ingrown Toenails • A pre existing fungal infection on the toes and cause the nails to grow abruptly without a proper shape. • Ingrown toenails can be a persistent problem in a particular family. Basically it depends on the shape of your nails. The more round it is, the greater the risk. • A pre existing or repetitive injury on the toenail will eventually make it thick. This type of injury is common amongst sports persons. • Wearing very tight shoes will put an abnormally high pressure on the nails, causing them to grow erratically. • Lastly factors like how we trim our nails, how we maintain our feet hygiene, the types of shoes we wear, all these can be triggers for the growth of ingrown toenails. Treatment of Ingrown Toenails • The treatment for the problem varies according to its severity. If the wound is minor it can be easily treated at home. • Soak your feet in a mixture of warm water with vinegar or Epsom salts daily for 10 mins. Maintain foot hygiene. Trim your nails from time to time but remember not to cut them too short. • However if the ingrown nails forms a fungal infection with puss formation then it is advised to visit our clinic HSMC. Upon examining the condition, it is possible that our podiatrist may suggest for a small surgery. The surgery will basically be to clean up the wound, elevate and cut off the ingrown and a dressing afterwards. Antibiotics are also prescribed generally. With the permission of the doctor, it is ok to take mild painkillers to get relief from excessive pain.

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Causes of Sweaty Feet & How to Prevent Them

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What causes Sweaty Feet? Perspiration is a natural anatomical phenomenon. It helps us in flushing out toxins from our body. But this natural process of secretion becomes a problem when in excessive, specially from our feet. Excessive sweating is also known as plantar hyperhidrosis. Doing any activity means that we are sweating all the time. In a normal environment the sweat evaporates quickly but under certain conditions and amongst certain people this sweat gets trapped within the glands. As a result it becomes a home for bacteria to grow. This bacteria produces a foul smell which almost all the time leaves us in an embarrassing situation. Plantar hyperhidrosis, if not treated properly, can lead to other problems like itchiness, redness, fungal nail infection, athlete’s foot etc. Causes for Excessive Sweating in the Feet: 1. Hereditary: It’s absolutely possible that some people are born with more sweat glands than others, which will cause them to sweat more compared to others. 2. Food and lifestyle: Toxins such as alcohol and food with oily substances like trans-fats can cause excessive sweating. 3. The nature and fabric of shoes and socks that we wear on a daily basis: Closed shoes and shoes made from rubber and plastic materials don’t let our feet to breathe. Similar is the case with socks made up of Nylon and others such polyesters. Treatment Tips for Excessive Sweaty Feet: 1. Wash your feet every day with an anti-bacterial soap. Make sure you dry them properly with a soft towel or a hair dryer. 2. Use and antiperspirant roll-on a regular basis underneath your feet. These roll-ons are meant not only for your underarms but can be used in other parts of your body to prevent excessive sweating. It forms a thin layer and blocks the pores of the sweat glands. 3. Wear cotton socks as much as possible. Remember not to repeat them without washing. Natural fibers like cotton soak up the moisture. 4. Try to take your walks barefoot and allow your feet to breathe. Do not wear the same pair of shoes every day. 5. Soak your feet into a mixture of apple cider vinegar and water for 15 minutes every day. The ratio should be in half is to quarter. 6. Another fruitful method is to soak your feet in tea water. Dip about 10 tea bags into half a litre of water and then soak your feet for 15 minutes every day. If the problem, persist even after all these remedies then talk to our professional podiatrist about your problem at HSMC. We can help you to reduce both sweating and foot odor. Our contact details are below: P.O. Box. 44548, 1st Floor Office #41 Office Tower, BHS Building, Hamdan Street, Abu Dhabi – UAE Email: info@hsmc.me

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November 2016

Foot Care Tips for Diabetics

Importance and sources of Vitamin D

Plantar Warts – Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Ingrown Toenails – Causes, Symptoms and Remedies

Causes of Sweaty Feet & How to Prevent Them

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