How are diabetes-related foot conditions diagnosed?

How are diabetes-related foot conditions diagnosed?

A healthcare provider will do the following to diagnose diabetes-related foot conditions:

• Inquire about your symptoms and how effectively you manage your blood glucose levels.
• Check your toes, feet and legs.
• Check for numbness by touching your toes, foot and legs with various tools.

If a diabetic ulcer or blister is found, the healthcare provider will most likely:

• Look for signs of infection such redness, swelling, warmth, discoloration, or discharge.
• Order imaging tests that go deeper than the skin, such as an X-ray or an MRI.
• To test for infection, get a sample of the skin or discharge.