Diabetic foot and Heberprot-P.

F problems in diabetes as we know are so common due to peripheral neuropathy, peripheral vascular disease, abnormal foot pressure, mechanical risk factors like limited joint mobility associated with increased foot pressure and impaired resistance. In India due to various socio-cultural practices like barefoot walking and lack of knowledge of foot complications and socioeconomic status of patients, foot complications are a major cause of hospitalization for people with diabetes. According to ADA people with diabetes are 25 times more likely to loose the leg than people without the condition. It is calculated that foot problems may account for 40% of health care resources. India has been designated as “diabetic capital” in the world with more than 60 million people and a future estimation of 100 million by the year 2030. Prevent ion is therefore the best measure. Identification of at risk foot, education and annual foot check up is therefore very essential. Treatment of foot ulcers must combine-Relief of pressure and protection, restoration of skin perfusion, treatment of infection, proper glycemic control and local wound care. This is best achieved through an efficient foot care team consisting of Fifth anniversary of diabetic foot programme with Heberprot use. Two stamps issued by Cuba-2012 Fight Against Diabetes. Diabetic amputee on wheel chair Stamp-Dominican republic, 1974