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Pathophysiology of Atopic Dermatitis

Patient/caregiver was educated on pathiophysiology of atopic dermatitis as follows: Atopic dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition in which individuals have a genetic tendency to show a strong immune response upon exposure to allergens. The triggers that individuals respond to could differ from person to person. Common allergens in the environment include triggers such as, pollen, mold, and dust. Individuals could also present with this skin condition upon exposure to food allergens, such as, [...]

Measures to Manage and Prevent Development of Callus-4

Patient/caregiver was educated on measures to manage and prevent development of callus as follows Diabetics and individuals with history of calluses on the feet must watch their feet closely every day for any cuts, wounds, sores, and abnormally growing toenails. Look closely for signs and symptoms of inflammation and hardening of skin, especially on the toes and plantar foot. Report any wounds and toe findings of hardened skin with acute pain or tenderness, swelling, and/or [...]

Measures to Manage and Prevent Development of Callus-3

Patient/caregiver was educated on measures to manage and prevent development of callus as follows: Wearing shoes without socks is a common practice lately, which can lead to increased friction on the feet, resulting in callus formation. Properly cushioned socks usually protect the feet from excessive friction from the shoes and development of calluses. OTC soft callus pads properly applied on the callus site can provide cushion and prevent any friction on the site, thus helping [...]

Measures to Manage and Prevent Development of Callus-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on measures to manage and prevent development of callus as follows: Your feet could slightly swell by the end of the day, with gravity all through the day contributing to pooling of blood in the lower extremities. Consequently, foot measurements can slightly change accordingly, turning your properly fitting shoe for the day into ill-fitting for the evening. This can result in increased friction on the feet and development of calluses. Shopping for [...]

Measures to Manage and Prevent Development of Callus-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on measures to manage and prevent development of callus as follows: Take time every day to have the callus soaked in warm water for 15 minutes. This can help to soften the hardened skin on the callus. This softened skin can be easily removed by rubbing it with a nail file or an emery board or a soft bristled toothbrush. Individuals with history of calluses on feet must clean the feet everyday [...]