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Characteristics of Minerals (I)

characteristics of mineralsHere are some specific characteristics of the minerals listed before:

Sodium. Regulates the distribution of water in the body, involved in the transmission of nerve impulses to muscles and participates in the digestive process. This mineral needs increase when there is excessive sweating, taking a diuretic or if you suffer from diarrhea or vomiting. Is present in table salt, sausages, cheese, bread, cereals, meat or fish. Its deficiency causes dehydration, dizziness and decreased blood pressure. However, if consumed in excess produces hypertension, irritability and fluid retention. Read the rest of this entry »

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Wound Care and Dressings of People With Diabetes

You will have to do these things to take care of his wound:

  • Keep your blood sugar under tight control of blood, which can help you heal faster.
  • Keep the ulcer clean and bandaged.
  • Clean the wound daily, using a dressing or bandage for this purpose.
  • Try to walk less in their home.
  • Do not go barefoot unless your doctor agrees.

The doctor or nurse may use different types of dressings to treat ulcers.

Often, first used between wet and dry dressings. This process involves applying a wet dressing to the wound. As the plaster dries, it absorbs wound material. When you remove the dressing, some tissue is apparent to him.

  • The doctor or nurse will tell you how often you need to change the dressing.
  • It is possible that you can change the dressing or can help the members of his family.
  • A visiting nurse can also help.

Other types of dressings are:

  • Alginate dressings containing calcium or growth factors
  • Skin Substitutes

Keep the dressing and surrounding skin dry. Try not too wet dressings with healthy tissue around the wound. This may soften the healthy tissue and cause more problems in the feet.

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