Welcome to the diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) category. Diabetic foot ulcers commonly occur in patients with diabetes mellitus. Disease pathology increases the risk of neuropathy and peripheral arterial disease which can be contributing factors to diabetic foot ulcer development. 
 
Tight glycemic control, routine foot assessments, risk screening, properly fitting footwear, and patient education and early referral to a specialist for pre-ulcerative care can greatly reduce the risk of a DFU from forming. Learn about diabetes management, self-management, and prevention of complications associated with diabetes and DFUs in this category.