Foot Care for People with Diabetes

When to get urgent medical attention

See your healthcare provider or go to your closest emergency department immediately if:

Your foot becomes cold, painful, pale, blueish or red, and feels warm to touch.
Your foot becomes red, hot, and swollen with or without pain.
The area around your wound is swollen and your wound is draining a lot of fluid that might have an odour.

Current as of: September 23, 2021

Author: Diabetes, Obesity, and Nutrition Strategic Clinical Network, Alberta Health Services

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