Presence of Neuropathy in the form of Loss of foot Sensation (critical reduction in perception of mild pin prick, fine touch or mild pain) poses a MAJOR PRIMARY risk for developing Diabetic Foot Infection
Reduction in blood flow (PAD) at feet is also a risk for developing Diabetic Foot Infection
Presence of other additional risk factor along with Neuropathy MULTIPLIES THIS RISK
- Loss of Foot Sensation and Reduction of blood flow usually does not cause any symptoms
- Loss of Foot Sensation and Reduction of blood flow develop very slow and may take years
- One may have these in a severe form, still may not be aware of LIFETIME RISK OF DEVELOPING NEUROPATHY FOR A PERSON DIAGNOSED WITH DIABETES IS 50%