IJSRP, Volume 7, Issue 1, January 2017 Edition [ISSN 2250-3153]
Practices related to foot care among type ll diabetes mellitus patients who attend diabetes clinics in General Hospital Kurunegala, Sri Lanka
Abstract:
Introduction: Diabetic foot problems are one of the key areas of attention and if not treated properly can lead to life threatening consequences like amputations. It can be prevented by self-care practices, early diagnosis and proper management. Therefore, patient’s self-practice regarding foot care remains a mainstay of management.