I have pretty red skin on my legs and sometimes very bad itching. Seems like
the tissue swells and just a little scratching will cause bleeing. Does
anyone have any suggestions on this
Stanton

On 11-Oct-2003, "richard stanton" <rstan831@bellsouth.net> wrote:

Hi Richard, if it's towards a "moist" area and you're diabetic, then
it's probably a fungal thing. Apparently, because we have more sugar,
it encourages fungal growths. I use a product called Daktarin, you can
get it in a cream, dry spray and powder. If it's REALLY red, you can
get Dactocort with cortisone for the inflammation. It's a bugger but
you can keep in under control most of the time.

If it's somewhere else, then you'll have to tell us where.

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Bob
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On Sat, 11 Oct 2003 15:18:46 -0400, "richard stanton"
<rstan831@bellsouth.net> wrote:

My doctor recommends hydrocortizone ointment. Cortaid makes some...not
the cream but the ointment. It's for itching. I am not sure I would
put it on a place that is bleeding though, I would wait until it
heals. Of course, its probably best to talk to your doctor, too. Just
in case you have something really serious.

Dana
"The leading cause of death among fashion models is
falling through street grates." ~Dave Barry~

The redness is on my legs just above the ankles. Cortosone cream don't do
much. Benadrys helps some.
"Dana" <DixieBarfly@aol.com> wrote in message
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What has your blood glucose been reading. Itching is a sign of high blood
sugars. As far as the open sore go, don't mess around with it. Diabetics
are prone to nasty peripheral infections if not treated carefully. It'd be
worth a call to the doc to find out what to do.


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"richard stanton" <rstan831@bellsouth.net> wrote in message
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Richard,

I take back my comments about fungus.

Go see the doctor Monday. Whatever it is, wounds take a lot longer for
us to heal, from the feet up. Get the best treatment, then whatever it
is won't harm you.



On 11-Oct-2003, "richard stanton" <rstan831@bellsouth.net> wrote:
On 11-Oct-2003, "Colleen" <{oopsh_5@hotmail.com}> wrote:

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(trying zeroish carb - kiddies, do not try this at home)

richard stanton wrote:

Yes. Get thee to a dermatologist - fast.

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Please see a dermatologist to find out what this is, It could be many
things, but bleeding is very undesirable for diabetics Perhaps you have
mild case of psoriasis.

Loretta

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You have no alternative. See a dermatologist. One
thing to consider is Scabies or mites. They seem to
be common in diabetics. It a lot easier to treat these
little devils early. Later it takes some time to
eliminate as the eggs hatch over a time.

These are more common today with the lax hygiene
of some people. They spread them.---even into
hospitals. Some docs seem to be unable to deal
with them. Once called the seven years itch.

The dermatologist should check. One fellow
I am familiar with had several diagnoses for
a skin itch problems. A old country doc identified
the problem. He was very familiar with them.
We banned DDT so they are coming back.

Only about 20% of the population is susceptible but
diabetics and older people seem to be at higher risk.

If interested do a search on scabies.

Hackers have not found a way to spread them
unless they visit in person.

Guy

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I agree. See a dermatologist. You need to have an accurate dx and
treatment from someone who is familiar with diabetic skin
conditions. Your regular doc is NOT that person.

Annette



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On Sat, 11 Oct 2003 16:01:10 -0400, "richard stanton"
<rstan831@bellsouth.net> wrote:

You know, that is the exact same place that I have purplish
discoloration and a what could be called a rash. But it doesn't itch
or bleed....YET. I am wondering if that is in my future. How long have
you had this?

Dana

"The leading cause of death among fashion models is
falling through street grates." ~Dave Barry~

Dana wrote:
What you may be seeing is purpura, a result of petechiae or small
capillary bleeds under the skin. It is common in diabetes.

A good resource for tracking down diabetic dermatologic problems is
http://www.telemedicine.org/dmupdate.htm . Warning--some pictures are
not for the faint of heart.

Jim

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"Bob ...with thanks for privacy to:" wrote:

Along similar lines, a friend of mine recommends "high tech" undergarments
designed for hot weather. The idea is to have something close to the skin
that is designed to wick moisture away from the skin and help keep it dry.
Sporting goods stores and places that sell travel clothing can be a good
start, although such clothes can be expensive.
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On Sat, 11 Oct 2003 15:18:46 -0400, "richard stanton"
<rstan831@bellsouth.net> wrote:

what has your doctor said? have you seen a dermatologist?

Mack
Type 1 since 1975
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terrorism.

On Sat, 11 Oct 2003 20:35:09 GMT, dreamstar
<dreamstarrno@spammailtag.com> wrote:

these home remedies can be harmful depending on what the actual cause
of the problem is.

for the best treatment go see your doctor. if it is, even in part,
caused by a fungus infection adding the honey(high sugar content) will
more than likely make it worse.

delaying proper treatment of wounds, even what at first appear to be
minor problems is the biggest mistake many diabetics make. And often
leads to serious infections and extremely long recovery times and in
the worst cases amputations.

No diabetic should EVER take risks with their feet and ankles, unless
they like the idea of losing them.

Mack
Type 1 since 1975
http://www.alt-support-diabetes.org
http://www.insulin-pumpers.org

In tribute to the United States of America and the State
of Israel, two bastions of strength in a world filled with strife and
terrorism.

On Sat, 11 Oct 2003 20:41:32 GMT, dreamstar
<dreamstarrno@spammailtag.com> wrote:


Quentin,

Is there any truth to this claim? Can you ask your doctor's there in
New Zealand if this is true?

Mack
Type 1 since 1975
http://www.alt-support-diabetes.org
http://www.insulin-pumpers.org

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of Israel, two bastions of strength in a world filled with strife and
terrorism.

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l?term=honey+and+staph

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"richard stanton" <rstan831@bellsouth.net> wrote in message
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See your Dr. It could be any number of things. I have something called
Statis Dermatitis due to Venous Insufficiency. What that means is the blood
goes down the legs, leaks out and when enough leaks out, it shows through
the skin and looks like a rash. It also causes swelling and intense
itching. The skin gets thin, then bleeds and ulcers. If it is this, a
Vascular Surgeon can help. Start with a Dermatologist, and if he or she
can't help you, go from there.

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"richard stanton" <rstan831@bellsouth.net> wrote in message
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Sounds even more like what I have.

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Maybe you could also try using a soap or lotion which contains tea
tree or a similar oil. These combat fungi. I have an ongoing case of
athlete's foot which makes my heels very dry, cracked and bleeding
sometimes. Since I have been washing with tea tree/lavender soap, and
applying hazelnut oil with tea tree and lavender essential oils, my
heels are almost normal again. Mostly it smells good, too!

Good luck!

Syd