Bullosis Diabeticorum Quiz
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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is bullosis diabeticorum?
A condition where blisters appear on the hands and legs. This is usually seen in long-standing or poorly controlled diabetes.
Symptoms of bullosis diabeticorum
Blisters
Skin blisters that break easily
Blisters on the hands and/or feet
Skin problem of the legs, in the area between thigh and ankle
Skin abnormality
Hands and feet are cold
History of diabetes or pre-diabetes
Numbness or abnormal sensation
Questions your doctor may ask to check for bullosis diabeticorum
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose bullosis diabeticorum
Do you have blisters on your skin?
Do you have blisters on your skin that can be easily torn off?
Do you have blisters on your hands and feet?
Do you have symptoms on the skin of your leg/s?
Do you have any skin problems?
Treatment for bullosis diabeticorum
Do not burst the blisters as it may cause an infection. Good control of blood sugar levels will help with blister healing.
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References
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https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11606-016-3802-3
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Kurdi AT. Bullosis diabeticorum. Lancet. 2013 Nov 30;382(9907):e31. doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(13)60145-2. Epub 2013 May 24. PMID: 23706658.
https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(13)60145-2/fulltext
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Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.
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