What are common signs of diabetic neuropathy and basic foot care recommendations?

• A. Numbness, tingling, or pain in feet; daily foot inspection, proper footwear, moisture management, and prompt treatment of lesions
• B. High blood pressure and obesity
• C. Visual changes only
• D. Joint stiffness in the hands

Answer: (A)

Diabetic neuropathy commonly presents with numbness, tingling, or pain in the feet, and careful foot care is essential to prevent complications. Nerve damage from long-standing high blood glucose can dull sensation, so small injuries or pressure points may go unnoticed and progress to ulcers if not found early. That’s why daily foot inspection matters—look for cuts, redness, blisters, swelling, or changes in skin or nail condition and address them promptly. Wearing proper footwear reduces pressure and trauma that can lead to sores. Moisture management means keeping feet clean and well-hydrated without leaving them damp between the toes, which helps prevent skin cracking and infections. If a lesion appears, seeking prompt treatment lowers the risk of infection and serious complications. The other options point to issues not describing these signs or the practical foot-care steps required to protect someone with neuropathy. High blood pressure and obesity are overall risk factors, visual changes relate to eye complications, and joint stiffness in the hands isn’t tied to diabetic neuropathy of the feet.