All diabetics have to
understand that any small infection can become dangerous so going to a
pedicurist is always a risk. Manicurist and pedicurist are not healthcare
workers and have no idea what diabetes is or how dangerous it can be. Any time
there is a cut in the skin, bacteria can grow. In addition, bacteria thrive
when the sugar levels are high.
Therefore, whether to use a
pedicure is personal choice but it is definitely not recommended. If you do use
one, then check out the place for sanitation and make sure the instruments are
clean. Recycling of equipment is a common method of saving money at the expense
of the patient.
If you have no abnormality in
your feet, and your diabetes is suitable well controlled, a pedicure is safe as
long as the technician/podiatrist is competent. Unfortunately, most are not.
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