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… for people who have diabetes. Keeping toenails trimmed—and polished if that's what … the person you care for has diabetes or has foot problems, such as bad bunions and corns, … your doctor. Related Information Caregiving: Fingernail Care Caregiving: …
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… ointment and a bandage. Related Information Caregiving: Foot and Toenail Care Caregiving: Overview of Personal …
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… Overview Helping someone with personal care involves a lot of daily tasks. If it's been a while since you did day-to-day caregiving—or you've never done it—you might … Caring for fingernails Caring for feet and toenails Skin care Caring for the skin of an …
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… Conditions Basics What is an ingrown toenail? An ingrown toenail is a toenail that … After the surgery it is important to take care of your toe so that it can heal. Your … Many hospitals and health care centres have foot care clinics, where someone can help you …
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… 64 What is hand, foot and mouth disease? Hand, foot and mouth … rare. Peeling skin and loss of fingernails or toenails have also been reported, mostly in … and mouth disease can spread easily in child care settings and other places where children …
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… for by checking it every day and by being careful when cleaning it. Checking the skin … (rather than wool). Related Information Caregiving: Adult Underwear for Incontinence Caregiving: How to Give a Bed Bath Caregiving: …
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… When you have diabetes, your feet need extra care and attention. Diabetes can damage the … to areas that need it. If you get a minor foot injury, it could become an ulcer or a … broken skin, corns, calluses, or ingrown toenails. Look at all areas of your feet, …
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… Everyone has had a minor problem with a toe, foot, or ankle. Most of the time our body … ). Red, swollen, and painful skin around a toenail: You may have an ingrown nail or an … body responds to a symptom and what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . …
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… Condition Basics What is athlete's foot? Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a rash … become thick and crack. In severe cases, the toenails get infected. Vesicular infection … are used only for severe cases. How can you care for athlete's foot? You can usually treat …
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… with diabetes may feel like a lot to take on. Caregiving can be challenging at times because … of moderate or vigorous activity a week. footnote 1 Eat healthy meals and snacks. When …