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How often should people with diabetes check their feet?

Every day, including between the toes.

  1. Every day ✔
  2. Once a month
  3. Only when they hurt

Why: Diabetes can reduce feeling in the feet, so a blister or cut may not hurt. A daily look catches problems early. A mirror or a helper works if bending over is hard.

Huh, didn't know that: NIDDK suggests an easy habit: check your feet each evening when you take off your shoes.

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Sources

  1. NIDDK, Diabetes and Foot Problems https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diabetes/overview/preventing-problems/foot-problems
  2. ADA, Diabetes and Your Feet https://diabetes.org/diabetes-and-your-feet

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