{"id":8846,"date":"2025-03-19T18:18:40","date_gmt":"2025-03-19T18:18:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/?p=8846"},"modified":"2025-03-19T18:19:30","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T18:19:30","slug":"10-symptoms-of-diabetes-tha","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/?p=8846","title":{"rendered":"10 symptoms of diabetes that may appear in your feet"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"show-inline-featured-image wp-caption alignnone\">\n<figure class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-main-thumbnail size-main-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/11\/20103755\/FeetMass-664x350.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 664px) 100vw, 664px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/11\/20103755\/FeetMass-664x350.jpg 664w, https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/11\/20103755\/FeetMass-400x210.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/11\/20103755\/FeetMass-412x216.jpg 412w\" alt=\"Stock photo of feet. Credit \/ Shutterstock\" width=\"664\" height=\"350\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Stock photo of feet. Credit \/ Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Diabetes doesn\u2019t just affect your blood sugar \u2013 it impacts your entire body, especially your feet. In fact, foot problems are among the most common and dangerous complications of diabetes and learning to spot the early signs can mean the difference between a simple treatment and a life-altering complication like amputation.<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"quthn69f5e19dd9e31\" ><div style=\"width:100%; max-width:1200px; margin:0 auto;\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/bolt-casino.com?r=0BFDBF1283\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n    <img \n      src=\"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/f8693ebb-2018-480f-a2f7-0096810c07f0.jpg\" \n      alt=\"200% Deposit Bonus + 10% Cashback\" \n      style=\"width:100%; height:auto; display:block; border-radius:8px; cursor:pointer;\"\n    \/>\n  <\/a>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 1201px) {\r\n.quthn69f5e19dd9e31 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 993px) and (max-width: 1200px) {\r\n.quthn69f5e19dd9e31 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 769px) and (max-width: 992px) {\r\n.quthn69f5e19dd9e31 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 768px) {\r\n.quthn69f5e19dd9e31 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (max-width: 767px) {\r\n.quthn69f5e19dd9e31 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\n<p>Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions worldwide, and one of the lesser-known but critical areas it impacts is your feet. The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/21510-diabetic-feet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Cleveland Clinic<\/a>\u00a0warns that high blood sugar levels can lead to nerve damage and poor circulation, making the feet particularly vulnerable to complications.<\/p>\n<div id=\"newsner-f0058b32c2fb0f042d12ae6177596278\" class=\"newsner-f0058b32c2fb0f042d12ae6177596278 newsner-bluebillywig_instream\">\n<div id=\"newsner-901737048\" class=\"newsner-bluebillywig_instream\">\n<div id=\"\">\n<div id=\"bb-iawr-newsner_english_playout-1601396675571335\" class=\"bb_iawr\">\n<div id=\"bb-wr-newsner_english_playout-1601396675571335\" class=\"bb-media bb_wrapper bb-muted bb-phase-init bb-mode-video bb-pendingplay\" data-flags=\"{}\" data-softembargoremainingtime=\"0\" data-sid=\"bz1ExAvXLHd7\" data-isready=\"true\" data-autoplaynextremainingtime=\"0\">\n<div class=\"bb-layer bb-content-layer\">\n<div class=\"bb-fitme bb-head-layer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-fitme bb-poster-layer\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><img alt=\"\" \/><img alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-fitme bb-timeline-layer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-layer bb-subtitle-layer\">\n<div class=\"bb-subtitledisplay\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-layer bb-commercial-layer\">\n<div class=\"bb-fitme bb-head-layer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-layer bb-skin-layer bb-muted bb-phase-init bb-mode-video bb-pendingplay\">\n<div class=\"bb-skin-container phase-init svelte-ft9qq1 playing\" lang=\"en\" tabindex=\"0\" data-cy=\"skin-mode-main\" aria-label=\"Blue Billywig Video Player\">\n<div class=\"cols-container svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"main-col svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"overlays svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"loading-overlay no-padding svelte-ft9qq1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"keyboard-feedback no-padding svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"center-controls skinsize-S svelte-gpabtz\">\n<div class=\"left-right-button-container left svelte-gpabtz\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"left-right-spacer-container svelte-gpabtz\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"center-button-container svelte-gpabtz\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"left-right-spacer-container svelte-gpabtz\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"left-right-button-container right svelte-gpabtz\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"logo-overlay svelte-ft9qq1\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"chrome svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"top-container svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"header-area svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"top-bar svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"metadata-wrapper svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"metadata svelte-ft9qq1\" role=\"contentinfo\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"share-button bar-button svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"button-content svelte-p1twrl\">\n<div class=\"normal slot-content svelte-p1twrl\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"toggled slot-content svelte-p1twrl\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"button-tooltip-bridge svelte-p1twrl\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"button-tooltip svelte-p1twrl\">\n<div class=\"tooltip svelte-cqgi39\">\n<div class=\"tooltip-content left svelte-cqgi39\">\n<div class=\"text svelte-cqgi39\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"center-controls-layer svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"center-controls skinsize-S svelte-sigv4p\">\n<div class=\"big-button big-play-pause-button svelte-sigv4p\">\n<div class=\"button-content svelte-p1twrl\">\n<div class=\"normal slot-content svelte-p1twrl\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"toggled slot-content svelte-p1twrl\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"center-area svelte-ft9qq1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"chrome-bottom-shadow svelte-ft9qq1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"overlays svelte-ft9qq1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-layer bb-context-layer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Let\u2019s review 10 warning signs of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/en.newsner.com\/tag\/diabetes\/\">diabetes<\/a>\u00a0that appear on your feet and what they might mean for your health.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-1-numbness-or-tingling\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Numbness or tingling<\/h2>\n<p>One of the earliest signs of diabetes-related nerve damage (diabetic neuropathy) is a persistent numbness or tingling sensation in the feet. This occurs due to high blood sugar damaging the small nerves in the feet, reducing sensation.<\/p>\n<div class=\"show-inline-featured-image wp-caption alignnone\">\n<figure class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-main-thumbnail size-main-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/11\/20103755\/FeetMass-664x350.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 664px) 100vw, 664px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/11\/20103755\/FeetMass-664x350.jpg 664w, https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/11\/20103755\/FeetMass-400x210.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/11\/20103755\/FeetMass-412x216.jpg 412w\" alt=\"Stock photo of feet. Credit \/ Shutterstock\" width=\"664\" height=\"350\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Stock photo of feet. Credit \/ Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Diabetes doesn\u2019t just affect your blood sugar \u2013 it impacts your entire body, especially your feet. In fact, foot problems are among the most common and dangerous complications of diabetes and learning to spot the early signs can mean the difference between a simple treatment and a life-altering complication like amputation.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions worldwide, and one of the lesser-known but critical areas it impacts is your feet. The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/21510-diabetic-feet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Cleveland Clinic<\/a>\u00a0warns that high blood sugar levels can lead to nerve damage and poor circulation, making the feet particularly vulnerable to complications.<\/p>\n<div id=\"newsner-f0058b32c2fb0f042d12ae6177596278\" class=\"newsner-f0058b32c2fb0f042d12ae6177596278 newsner-bluebillywig_instream\">\n<div id=\"newsner-901737048\" class=\"newsner-bluebillywig_instream\">\n<div id=\"\">\n<div id=\"bb-iawr-newsner_english_playout-1601396675571335\" class=\"bb_iawr\">\n<div id=\"bb-wr-newsner_english_playout-1601396675571335\" class=\"bb-media bb_wrapper bb-muted bb-phase-init bb-mode-video bb-pendingplay\" data-flags=\"{}\" data-softembargoremainingtime=\"0\" data-sid=\"bz1ExAvXLHd7\" data-isready=\"true\" data-autoplaynextremainingtime=\"0\">\n<div class=\"bb-layer bb-content-layer\">\n<div class=\"bb-fitme bb-head-layer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-fitme bb-poster-layer\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><img alt=\"\" \/><img alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-fitme bb-timeline-layer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-layer bb-subtitle-layer\">\n<div class=\"bb-subtitledisplay\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-layer bb-commercial-layer\">\n<div class=\"bb-fitme bb-head-layer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-layer bb-skin-layer bb-muted bb-phase-init bb-mode-video bb-pendingplay\">\n<div class=\"bb-skin-container phase-init svelte-ft9qq1 playing\" lang=\"en\" tabindex=\"0\" data-cy=\"skin-mode-main\" aria-label=\"Blue Billywig Video Player\">\n<div class=\"cols-container svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"main-col svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"overlays svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"loading-overlay no-padding svelte-ft9qq1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"keyboard-feedback no-padding svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"center-controls skinsize-S svelte-gpabtz\">\n<div class=\"left-right-button-container left svelte-gpabtz\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"left-right-spacer-container svelte-gpabtz\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"center-button-container svelte-gpabtz\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"left-right-spacer-container svelte-gpabtz\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"left-right-button-container right svelte-gpabtz\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"logo-overlay svelte-ft9qq1\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"chrome svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"top-container svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"header-area svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"top-bar svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"metadata-wrapper svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"metadata svelte-ft9qq1\" role=\"contentinfo\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"share-button bar-button svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"button-content svelte-p1twrl\">\n<div class=\"normal slot-content svelte-p1twrl\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"toggled slot-content svelte-p1twrl\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"button-tooltip-bridge svelte-p1twrl\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"button-tooltip svelte-p1twrl\">\n<div class=\"tooltip svelte-cqgi39\">\n<div class=\"tooltip-content left svelte-cqgi39\">\n<div class=\"text svelte-cqgi39\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"center-controls-layer svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"center-controls skinsize-S svelte-sigv4p\">\n<div class=\"big-button big-play-pause-button svelte-sigv4p\">\n<div class=\"button-content svelte-p1twrl\">\n<div class=\"normal slot-content svelte-p1twrl\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"toggled slot-content svelte-p1twrl\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"center-area svelte-ft9qq1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"chrome-bottom-shadow svelte-ft9qq1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"overlays svelte-ft9qq1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-layer bb-context-layer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Let\u2019s review 10 warning signs of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/en.newsner.com\/tag\/diabetes\/\">diabetes<\/a>\u00a0that appear on your feet and what they might mean for your health.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-1-numbness-or-tingling\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Numbness or tingling<\/h2>\n<p>One of the earliest signs of diabetes-related nerve damage (diabetic neuropathy) is a persistent numbness or tingling sensation in the feet. This occurs due to high blood sugar damaging the small nerves in the feet, reducing sensation.<\/p>\n<div id=\"newsner-2a5560a4092bbb4e954a5faa3ae2c7d8\" class=\"newsner-2a5560a4092bbb4e954a5faa3ae2c7d8 newsner-incide_content_once\">\n<div id=\"newsner-7341315\" class=\"newsner-incide_content_once\">\n<div id=\"taboola-mid-article-thumbnails\" class=\"trc_related_container tbl-trecs-container trc_spotlight_widget trc_elastic trc_elastic_thumbnails-mid\" data-placement-name=\"Mid Article Thumbnails\">\n<div class=\"trc_rbox_container\">\n<div>\n<div id=\"trc_wrapper_6456219112\" class=\"trc_rbox thumbnails-mid trc-content-organic\">\n<div id=\"trc_header_6456219112\" class=\"trc_rbox_header trc_rbox_border_elm\">\n<div class=\"trc_header_ext\">\n<div class=\"logoDiv link-attribution\"><a class=\"trc_desktop_attribution_link trc_attribution_position_top\" href=\"https:\/\/popup.taboola.com\/en\/?template=colorbox&amp;utm_source=newsner-newsneren&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=thumbnails-mid:Mid%20Article%20Thumbnails:\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" aria-label=\"Taboola Disclosure\">by Taboola<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"trc_rbox_header_span\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\">You May Like<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"outer_6456219112\" class=\"trc_rbox_outer\">\n<div id=\"rbox-t2m\" class=\"trc_rbox_div trc_rbox_border_elm\">\n<div id=\"internal_trc_6456219112\">\n<div class=\"videoCube trc_spotlight_item origin-default textItem thumbnail_top videoCube_1_child trc-first-recommendation trc-spotlight-first-recommendation trc_excludable\" data-item-id=\"~~V1~~-5507032918447996461~~NpBcPlfw7TAvHEMjYoAJiw\" data-item-title=\"Michelle Obama shares how she and Barack overcame 'rumors'\" data-item-thumb=\"https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/03\/05164856\/GettyImages-1184273896-scaled.jpg\" data-item-syndicated=\"false\">\n<div class=\"thumbBlock_holder\">\n<div class=\"videoCube_aspect\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"item-label-href\" title=\"Michelle Obama shares how she and Barack overcame 'rumors'\" href=\"https:\/\/en.newsner.com\/celebrity\/michelle-obama-shares-how-she-and-barrack-overcame-rumors\/\" target=\"_parent\"><span class=\"video-label-box trc-main-label\"><span class=\"video-label video-title trc_ellipsis\" role=\"link\">Michelle Obama shares how she and Barack overcame &#8216;rumors&#8217;<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"trc_user_exclude_btn\" title=\"Remove this item\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"trc_exclude_overlay trc_fade\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"trc_exclude_undo_btn\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"trc_clearer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Over time, this can make it difficult to notice minor injuries, which may develop into more serious infections. People with diabetes should regularly check their feet for cuts, blisters, or ulcers that they may not feel.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-2-slow-healing-wounds-and-ulcers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Slow-healing wounds and ulcers<\/h2>\n<p>High blood sugar levels impair circulation and weaken the immune system, making it harder for wounds to heal. Even minor cuts or blisters can turn into serious ulcers if left untreated.<\/p>\n<p>Diabetic\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/en.newsner.com\/tag\/body\/\">foot<\/a>\u00a0ulcers are a leading cause of amputations, making early detection crucial. If you notice a sore that isn\u2019t healing, seek medical attention immediately.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-3-burning-or-sharp-pain\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Burning or sharp pain<\/h2>\n<p>Diabetic neuropathy can also cause burning pain or sharp, stabbing sensations in the feet, especially at night. This pain results from damaged nerves sending incorrect signals to the brain.<\/p>\n<div id=\"newsner-1068514473\" class=\"newsner-article_inside_content\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"newsner-c71e8d4b93e8b4fcc7628df0ce66d9ab\" class=\"newsner-c71e8d4b93e8b4fcc7628df0ce66d9ab newsner-amp_article_inside_content\"><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-4-dry-cracked-skin\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Dry, cracked skin<\/h2>\n<p>Diabetes can cause decreased moisture levels in the skin, leading to excessive dryness and cracking. This is often due to poor circulation and autonomic nerve damage affecting sweat glands.<\/p>\n<p>Cracked skin can create entry points for infections, making foot care essential for diabetics. Moisturizing daily and avoiding overly hot showers can help maintain healthy skin.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-5-swelling-in-feet-and-ankles\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Swelling in feet and ankles<\/h2>\n<p>Swelling can be a sign of poor circulation, kidney issues, or infections \u2013 common complications of diabetes. It may indicate that fluid retention is occurring due to improper blood flow.<\/p>\n<p>If swelling is persistent or worsens, consult a doctor to rule out underlying causes such as diabetic nephropathy (kidney\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/en.newsner.com\/tag\/health\/\">disease<\/a>).<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-6-change-in-foot-shape-or-arch-collapse\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Change in foot shape or arch collapse<\/h2>\n<p>Diabetes can weaken foot muscles and cause structural changes, leading to deformities such as Charcot foot \u2013 a serious condition where bones weaken and shift.<\/p>\n<p>Symptoms include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A flattened arch<\/li>\n<li>Swelling and warmth in the foot<\/li>\n<li>Joint instability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"h-7-cold-feet\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Cold feet<\/h2>\n<p>Many diabetics experience poor circulation, leading to persistently cold feet. Reduced blood flow makes it harder for the feet to stay warm, increasing the risk of infections and delayed healing.<\/p>\n<p>Wearing warm socks, keeping blood sugar in check, and engaging in circulation-boosting exercises can help improve blood flow.<\/p>\n<div class=\"show-inline-featured-image wp-caption alignnone\">\n<figure class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-main-thumbnail size-main-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/11\/20103755\/FeetMass-664x350.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 664px) 100vw, 664px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/11\/20103755\/FeetMass-664x350.jpg 664w, https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/11\/20103755\/FeetMass-400x210.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/11\/20103755\/FeetMass-412x216.jpg 412w\" alt=\"Stock photo of feet. Credit \/ Shutterstock\" width=\"664\" height=\"350\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Stock photo of feet. Credit \/ Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Diabetes doesn\u2019t just affect your blood sugar \u2013 it impacts your entire body, especially your feet. In fact, foot problems are among the most common and dangerous complications of diabetes and learning to spot the early signs can mean the difference between a simple treatment and a life-altering complication like amputation.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions worldwide, and one of the lesser-known but critical areas it impacts is your feet. The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/21510-diabetic-feet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Cleveland Clinic<\/a>\u00a0warns that high blood sugar levels can lead to nerve damage and poor circulation, making the feet particularly vulnerable to complications.<\/p>\n<div id=\"newsner-f0058b32c2fb0f042d12ae6177596278\" class=\"newsner-f0058b32c2fb0f042d12ae6177596278 newsner-bluebillywig_instream\">\n<div id=\"newsner-901737048\" class=\"newsner-bluebillywig_instream\">\n<div id=\"\">\n<div id=\"bb-iawr-newsner_english_playout-1601396675571335\" class=\"bb_iawr\">\n<div id=\"bb-wr-newsner_english_playout-1601396675571335\" class=\"bb-media bb_wrapper bb-muted bb-phase-init bb-mode-video bb-pendingplay\" data-flags=\"{}\" data-softembargoremainingtime=\"0\" data-sid=\"bz1ExAvXLHd7\" data-isready=\"true\" data-autoplaynextremainingtime=\"0\">\n<div class=\"bb-layer bb-content-layer\">\n<div class=\"bb-fitme bb-head-layer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-fitme bb-poster-layer\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><img alt=\"\" \/><img alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-fitme bb-timeline-layer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-layer bb-subtitle-layer\">\n<div class=\"bb-subtitledisplay\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-layer bb-commercial-layer\">\n<div class=\"bb-fitme bb-head-layer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-layer bb-skin-layer bb-muted bb-phase-init bb-mode-video bb-pendingplay\">\n<div class=\"bb-skin-container phase-init svelte-ft9qq1 playing\" lang=\"en\" tabindex=\"0\" data-cy=\"skin-mode-main\" aria-label=\"Blue Billywig Video Player\">\n<div class=\"cols-container svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"main-col svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"overlays svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"loading-overlay no-padding svelte-ft9qq1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"keyboard-feedback no-padding svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"center-controls skinsize-S svelte-gpabtz\">\n<div class=\"left-right-button-container left svelte-gpabtz\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"left-right-spacer-container svelte-gpabtz\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"center-button-container svelte-gpabtz\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"left-right-spacer-container svelte-gpabtz\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"left-right-button-container right svelte-gpabtz\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"logo-overlay svelte-ft9qq1\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"chrome svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"top-container svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"header-area svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"top-bar svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"metadata-wrapper svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"metadata svelte-ft9qq1\" role=\"contentinfo\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"share-button bar-button svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"button-content svelte-p1twrl\">\n<div class=\"normal slot-content svelte-p1twrl\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"toggled slot-content svelte-p1twrl\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"button-tooltip-bridge svelte-p1twrl\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"button-tooltip svelte-p1twrl\">\n<div class=\"tooltip svelte-cqgi39\">\n<div class=\"tooltip-content left svelte-cqgi39\">\n<div class=\"text svelte-cqgi39\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"center-controls-layer svelte-ft9qq1\">\n<div class=\"center-controls skinsize-S svelte-sigv4p\">\n<div class=\"big-button big-play-pause-button svelte-sigv4p\">\n<div class=\"button-content svelte-p1twrl\">\n<div class=\"normal slot-content svelte-p1twrl\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"toggled slot-content svelte-p1twrl\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"center-area svelte-ft9qq1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"chrome-bottom-shadow svelte-ft9qq1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"overlays svelte-ft9qq1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bb-layer bb-context-layer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Let\u2019s review 10 warning signs of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/en.newsner.com\/tag\/diabetes\/\">diabetes<\/a>\u00a0that appear on your feet and what they might mean for your health.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-1-numbness-or-tingling\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Numbness or tingling<\/h2>\n<p>One of the earliest signs of diabetes-related nerve damage (diabetic neuropathy) is a persistent numbness or tingling sensation in the feet. This occurs due to high blood sugar damaging the small nerves in the feet, reducing sensation.<\/p>\n<div id=\"newsner-2a5560a4092bbb4e954a5faa3ae2c7d8\" class=\"newsner-2a5560a4092bbb4e954a5faa3ae2c7d8 newsner-incide_content_once\">\n<div id=\"newsner-7341315\" class=\"newsner-incide_content_once\">\n<div id=\"taboola-mid-article-thumbnails\" class=\"trc_related_container tbl-trecs-container trc_spotlight_widget trc_elastic trc_elastic_thumbnails-mid\" data-placement-name=\"Mid Article Thumbnails\">\n<div class=\"trc_rbox_container\">\n<div>\n<div id=\"trc_wrapper_6456219112\" class=\"trc_rbox thumbnails-mid trc-content-organic\">\n<div id=\"trc_header_6456219112\" class=\"trc_rbox_header trc_rbox_border_elm\">\n<div class=\"trc_header_ext\">\n<div class=\"logoDiv link-attribution\"><a class=\"trc_desktop_attribution_link trc_attribution_position_top\" href=\"https:\/\/popup.taboola.com\/en\/?template=colorbox&amp;utm_source=newsner-newsneren&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=thumbnails-mid:Mid%20Article%20Thumbnails:\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" aria-label=\"Taboola Disclosure\">by Taboola<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"trc_rbox_header_span\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\">You May Like<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"outer_6456219112\" class=\"trc_rbox_outer\">\n<div id=\"rbox-t2m\" class=\"trc_rbox_div trc_rbox_border_elm\">\n<div id=\"internal_trc_6456219112\">\n<div class=\"videoCube trc_spotlight_item origin-default textItem thumbnail_top videoCube_1_child trc-first-recommendation trc-spotlight-first-recommendation trc_excludable\" data-item-id=\"~~V1~~-5507032918447996461~~NpBcPlfw7TAvHEMjYoAJiw\" data-item-title=\"Michelle Obama shares how she and Barack overcame 'rumors'\" data-item-thumb=\"https:\/\/cdn-main.newsner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/03\/05164856\/GettyImages-1184273896-scaled.jpg\" data-item-syndicated=\"false\">\n<div class=\"thumbBlock_holder\">\n<div class=\"videoCube_aspect\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"item-label-href\" title=\"Michelle Obama shares how she and Barack overcame 'rumors'\" href=\"https:\/\/en.newsner.com\/celebrity\/michelle-obama-shares-how-she-and-barrack-overcame-rumors\/\" target=\"_parent\"><span class=\"video-label-box trc-main-label\"><span class=\"video-label video-title trc_ellipsis\" role=\"link\">Michelle Obama shares how she and Barack overcame &#8216;rumors&#8217;<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"trc_user_exclude_btn\" title=\"Remove this item\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"trc_exclude_overlay trc_fade\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"trc_exclude_undo_btn\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"trc_clearer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Over time, this can make it difficult to notice minor injuries, which may develop into more serious infections. People with diabetes should regularly check their feet for cuts, blisters, or ulcers that they may not feel.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-2-slow-healing-wounds-and-ulcers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Slow-healing wounds and ulcers<\/h2>\n<p>High blood sugar levels impair circulation and weaken the immune system, making it harder for wounds to heal. Even minor cuts or blisters can turn into serious ulcers if left untreated.<\/p>\n<p>Diabetic\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/en.newsner.com\/tag\/body\/\">foot<\/a>\u00a0ulcers are a leading cause of amputations, making early detection crucial. If you notice a sore that isn\u2019t healing, seek medical attention immediately.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-3-burning-or-sharp-pain\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Burning or sharp pain<\/h2>\n<p>Diabetic neuropathy can also cause burning pain or sharp, stabbing sensations in the feet, especially at night. This pain results from damaged nerves sending incorrect signals to the brain.<\/p>\n<div id=\"newsner-1068514473\" class=\"newsner-article_inside_content\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"newsner-c71e8d4b93e8b4fcc7628df0ce66d9ab\" class=\"newsner-c71e8d4b93e8b4fcc7628df0ce66d9ab newsner-amp_article_inside_content\"><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-4-dry-cracked-skin\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Dry, cracked skin<\/h2>\n<p>Diabetes can cause decreased moisture levels in the skin, leading to excessive dryness and cracking. This is often due to poor circulation and autonomic nerve damage affecting sweat glands.<\/p>\n<p>Cracked skin can create entry points for infections, making foot care essential for diabetics. Moisturizing daily and avoiding overly hot showers can help maintain healthy skin.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-5-swelling-in-feet-and-ankles\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Swelling in feet and ankles<\/h2>\n<p>Swelling can be a sign of poor circulation, kidney issues, or infections \u2013 common complications of diabetes. It may indicate that fluid retention is occurring due to improper blood flow.<\/p>\n<p>If swelling is persistent or worsens, consult a doctor to rule out underlying causes such as diabetic nephropathy (kidney\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/en.newsner.com\/tag\/health\/\">disease<\/a>).<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-6-change-in-foot-shape-or-arch-collapse\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Change in foot shape or arch collapse<\/h2>\n<p>Diabetes can weaken foot muscles and cause structural changes, leading to deformities such as Charcot foot \u2013 a serious condition where bones weaken and shift.<\/p>\n<p>Symptoms include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A flattened arch<\/li>\n<li>Swelling and warmth in the foot<\/li>\n<li>Joint instability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"h-7-cold-feet\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Cold feet<\/h2>\n<p>Many diabetics experience poor circulation, leading to persistently cold feet. Reduced blood flow makes it harder for the feet to stay warm, increasing the risk of infections and delayed healing.<\/p>\n<p>Wearing warm socks, keeping blood sugar in check, and engaging in circulation-boosting exercises can help improve blood flow.<\/p>\n<div id=\"newsner-1836358101\" class=\"newsner-article_inside_content\">\n<div id=\"ad-modul_intext_166523_2\" class=\"ad-space\" data-google-query-id=\"CMLfrtPglowDFdkOogMdGGEX6Q\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/125128856\/en_newsner_com\/modul_1__container__\"><iframe id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/125128856\/en_newsner_com\/modul_1\" tabindex=\"0\" title=\"3rd party ad content\" name=\"google_ads_iframe_\/125128856\/en_newsner_com\/modul_1\" width=\"464\" height=\"386\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" aria-label=\"Advertisement\" data-load-complete=\"true\" data-google-container-id=\"7\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"newsner-f2e4ad425c15e61bccc59fcaea0b1110\" class=\"newsner-f2e4ad425c15e61bccc59fcaea0b1110 newsner-amp_article_inside_content\"><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-8-ingrown-toenails-and-fungal-infections\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Ingrown toenails and fungal infections<\/h2>\n<p>Diabetes can make toenail problems more common. Fungal infections may thrive due to high blood sugar levels, leading to thickened, yellow nails. Additionally, nerve damage may prevent noticing an ingrown toenail until it becomes painful or infected.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/plugins\/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FCDCDiabetes%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02roha96jTnWncWqyiaWcutv3bd4KxM8wBCL6U5Xj4ZYgnDT1zcvHL64iZnejK9KHYl&amp;show_text=true&amp;width=500\" width=\"500\" height=\"507\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Regular foot hygiene and visiting a podiatrist for nail care can help prevent complications.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-9-redness-or-dark-spots-on-skin\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Redness or dark spots on skin<\/h2>\n<p>Redness, darkened patches, or blackening of the skin can indicate infections, pressure sores, or even gangrene. These conditions require urgent medical attention, as they can lead to severe complications, including amputation.<\/p>\n<p>If you notice sudden discoloration, especially with pain or swelling, seek immediate medical help.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-10-foot-infections-that-don-t-go-away\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Foot infections that don\u2019t go away<\/h2>\n<p>Diabetes weakens the immune system, making it harder to fight infections. Even minor infections can worsen rapidly, requiring antibiotics or, in severe cases, surgery.<\/p>\n<p>Signs of infection include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Redness and warmth around a wound<\/li>\n<li>Pus or discharge<\/li>\n<li>Fever or chills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you suspect an infection, don\u2019t wait \u2013 consult a healthcare provider right away.<\/p>\n<p>Your feet can reveal a lot about your health, and if you have diabetes, it\u2019s crucial to pay close attention to them. From tingling sensations to slow-healing wounds, recognizing these symptoms early can prevent serious complications. Regular check-ups, proper foot care, and managing your blood sugar levels are your best defense against diabetes-related foot problems.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Stock photo of feet. Credit \/ Shutterstock Diabetes doesn\u2019t just affect your blood sugar \u2013 it impacts your entire body, especially your feet. 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