Skin Changes in Diabetes Mellitus

Diabetes mellitus can leave its mark on the skin, not just inside the body. Here are some ways it affects the skin:

· Skin dryness and pruritus

· Thickening of the skin in certain areas

· Delayed wound healing after various traumatic injuries

· Impairment or even loss of tactile and pain sensation - an important factor in the development of tegumentary lesions

· Skin infections and usually more severe

· Ulcers at the level of the sole of the foot

Their treatment requires interdisciplinary collaboration between the diabetologist and dermatologist, with diabetes control through maintaining blood glucose levels at target being paramount.