- With inputs from Dr. Anju Virmani, Endocrinologist, New Delhi
What is it
People with diabetes, due to high blood glucose, often have a loss of fluid in the body. This can cause dry skin on the legs, elbows, feet and other areas of the body. Dry skin is more likely to crack, allowing germs to get into these areas, causing infections that can have severe consequences. Diabetics are more prone to getting bacterial and fungal infections.
Diabetics may also suffer from itchy skin…