Wednesday, October 19, 2016

A new treatment method for diabetes !

Most people with diabetes will likely have wound that takes an eternity to heal. This is a common problems for people with diabetes.
But a new study this week revealed that new treatment methods could be on the horizon.
German researchers made a discovery that involves the role of insulin metabolism at the site of a wound, and now aim to develop drugs that activate insulin metabolism, which would increase the speed and efficiency of wound healing.
It is particularly important for people with diabetes to monitor foot wounds, which can lead to complications such as foot ulcers if not properly treated.
Foot ulcers, which can be caused by cuts, grazes and blisters, can affect up to 1 in 10 with the condition. If you have diabetes, foot care should be made a key part of your everyday routine. Foot ulcers are a leading cause of amputation which is why it is important to check your feet for any signs of damage and notify your doctor if there is.
If you have a wound on another part of your body that is taking a long time to heal or showing signs of infection, be sure to see your doctor
Earlier this year a naw treatment called maggot debridement therapy was found to have benefits for wound healing, while a study investigating the cause of slow wound healing in diabetes reported that the presence of fungi within wounds can be associated with longer healing times.
 Also keeping good control of blood glucose levels can reduce the risk of slow healing wounds.