Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Becky, So sorry to hear it took so long to heal. I have a friend here in CA who had that. It has been several years, but she still has to wear a boot to keep that ankle and foot protected; but she is getting around with her dog again. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Thanks Becky for sharing the good news. Tell me more. How long did it take for it to heal with proper treatment, and what kind of antibiotics were used to help you? Keep a close watch and let us know how you progress. Keep up the good stuff! some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Hi Harry The swelling and pain started in April 2007. It wasn't until late May that my doctor discovered the two ulcers and put me right in the hospital. I had surgery to clean out the ulcers and was put on IV antibiotics. To tell you the truth, I don't remember the name of the antibiotics. I was sent home after a week but had to use the wound vac and have a nurse come out three times a week to change the wound vac tube and dressings. I was also still on IV antibiotics and had a port in my arm, and my brother learned how to use the port to hook me up to the IV bag for a half hour every day. The IV antibiotics continued for six weeks and then I was off for awhile. But my wounds became infected again, so I went on oral Leviquin, another antibiotic. One of the ulcers healed, and by September the wound vac only had to be used on the one on the bottom of my foot. I think I had to go on another few weeks of oral antibiotics in September or October last year. Then the insurance company stopped paying for the use of the wound vac, but luckily the company supplying the wound vac had a financial aid program for people who needed it. But then in November, the insurance company stopped paying for the home nursing care, and the wound vac can only be used if a medical professional is involved. So November 12 last year was my last day with the wound vac. I had been reading about the use of Manuka honey dressings for wound and burn care and decided to try it. It didn't bring about healing of the ulcer on the bottom of my foot as quickly as I had hoped, but I have never had to go back on antibiotics, so I considered it a success since I still had to go back on antibiotics a few times when using the wound vac. For the last two or three months, whenever anyone asked me about the ulcer, I would tell them it was almost healed. It truly was only about the size of a pin prick. But I kept visiting the foot doctor every two to three weeks, and he would debris it. As of today's doctor appointment, there was nothing left to need to be dibried. He scraped away some callused skin and said there was no more ulcer. Becky _____ From: blind-diabetics [mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Harry/ Bates Sent: Friday, October 31, 2008 7:53 PM To: blind-diabetics Subject: Re: some good news! Thanks Becky for sharing the good news. Tell me more. How long did it take for it to heal with proper treatment, and what kind of antibiotics were used to help you? Keep a close watch and let us know how you progress. Keep up the good stuff! some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Wow!, what a story. I figured it was more complicated than it seemed at first. I am proud you got proper treatment to save your foot from amputation. How was you A1C during this time? Did you try to keep low or at least normal blood sugars? Keep a close watch on those feet, and I hope the ulcers never return. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Wow!, what a story. I figured it was more complicated than it seemed at first. I am proud you got proper treatment to save your foot from amputation. How was you A1C during this time? Did you try to keep low or at least normal blood sugars? Keep a close watch on those feet, and I hope the ulcers never return. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Wow!, what a story. I figured it was more complicated than it seemed at first. I am proud you got proper treatment to save your foot from amputation. How was you A1C during this time? Did you try to keep low or at least normal blood sugars? Keep a close watch on those feet, and I hope the ulcers never return. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Also do you now have proper fitting shoes? Never go barefoot any where. I always wear shoes or house slippers. I never go barefoot anywhere. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Also do you now have proper fitting shoes? Never go barefoot any where. I always wear shoes or house slippers. I never go barefoot anywhere. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Also do you now have proper fitting shoes? Never go barefoot any where. I always wear shoes or house slippers. I never go barefoot anywhere. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Thanks Harry. Yes, I've been trying to keep a closer eye on my sugars since this all started, but my A1C has not been as low as what you and the others on here recommend. Becky _____ From: blind-diabetics [mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Harry/ Bates Sent: Friday, October 31, 2008 8:33 PM To: blind-diabetics Subject: Re: some good news! Wow!, what a story. I figured it was more complicated than it seemed at first. I am proud you got proper treatment to save your foot from amputation. How was you A1C during this time? Did you try to keep low or at least normal blood sugars? Keep a close watch on those feet, and I hope the ulcers never return. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 I will never go barefoot again. I am still wearing a boot on my left foot because that is the foot that led to my diagnosis of diabetes back in 2001. I get recurring sores on the ball joint of my big toe unless I wear the boot every day. The doctor has talked about surgery, but I'd rather keep that bone, so I put up with the boot. My feet aren't pretty, but they're both still attached. _____ From: blind-diabetics [mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Harry/ Bates Sent: Friday, October 31, 2008 8:35 PM To: blind-diabetics Subject: Re: some good news! Also do you now have proper fitting shoes? Never go barefoot any where. I always wear shoes or house slippers. I never go barefoot anywhere. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 I will never go barefoot again. I am still wearing a boot on my left foot because that is the foot that led to my diagnosis of diabetes back in 2001. I get recurring sores on the ball joint of my big toe unless I wear the boot every day. The doctor has talked about surgery, but I'd rather keep that bone, so I put up with the boot. My feet aren't pretty, but they're both still attached. _____ From: blind-diabetics [mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Harry/ Bates Sent: Friday, October 31, 2008 8:35 PM To: blind-diabetics Subject: Re: some good news! Also do you now have proper fitting shoes? Never go barefoot any where. I always wear shoes or house slippers. I never go barefoot anywhere. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Hi ulcer-free and very happy Becky, That is really outstanding that those foot ulcers have closed up. Your success with the Manuka honey demonstrates just how diligently and faithfully you cared for those ulcers during the past eighteen months. Although today was a long time coming, you should be very proud and happy about the progress you've made. There was a rumor circulating that you were voted Miss Manuka Honey 2008, but I have not been able to verify that and it was probably someone's journalistic hyperbole. Congratulations and the best of luck to you, Greg Columbus, Ohio At 04:36 PM 10/31/08 -0700, you wrote: >Becky, > >So sorry to hear it took so long to heal. I have a friend here in CA who >had that. It has been several years, but she still has to wear a boot to >keep that ankle and foot protected; but she is getting around with her dog >again. > > some good news! > >Hi all, > >Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about >my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is >something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right >foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much >pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had >surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my >heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers >were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV >antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The >ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on >the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My >insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses >last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my >foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am >happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. > >I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could >even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free >and very happy. > >Becky > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Wow Becky that is so awesome. I admire your persistence and stamina. Rock on. _____ From: blind-diabetics [mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Becky Sent: Friday, October 31, 2008 4:30 PM To: blind-diabetics Subject: some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 LOL Greg. I'll let you know when the Manuka honey USA calendar comes out with my picture on the front. _____ From: blind-diabetics [mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Greg Sent: Friday, October 31, 2008 10:05 PM To: blind-diabetics Subject: RE: some good news! Hi ulcer-free and very happy Becky, That is really outstanding that those foot ulcers have closed up. Your success with the Manuka honey demonstrates just how diligently and faithfully you cared for those ulcers during the past eighteen months. Although today was a long time coming, you should be very proud and happy about the progress you've made. There was a rumor circulating that you were voted Miss Manuka Honey 2008, but I have not been able to verify that and it was probably someone's journalistic hyperbole. Congratulations and the best of luck to you, Greg Columbus, Ohio At 04:36 PM 10/31/08 -0700, you wrote: >Becky, > >So sorry to hear it took so long to heal. I have a friend here in CA who >had that. It has been several years, but she still has to wear a boot to >keep that ankle and foot protected; but she is getting around with her dog >again. > > some good news! > >Hi all, > >Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about >my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is >something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right >foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much >pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had >surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my >heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers >were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV >antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The >ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on >the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My >insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses >last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my >foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am >happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. > >I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could >even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free >and very happy. > >Becky > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Hi Becky, Great news and good to hear. Cheers, Brett. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Hi Becky, Great news and good to hear. Cheers, Brett. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Hi Becky, Great news and good to hear. Cheers, Brett. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Hi all, what's the general consensus on bear foot or not. I hear on one hand, that diabetics shouldn't do it and on the other, that they should? When your feet are in shoos they sweat and can get calluses and blisters. on the other hand you are more likely to injure your feet barefoot but if barefoot your feet get a chance to breathe and I have heard it strengthens the skin on your feet. I usually go barefoot around the house. Out of curiosity, what are others opinions on this. Cheers, Brett. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Hi all, what's the general consensus on bear foot or not. I hear on one hand, that diabetics shouldn't do it and on the other, that they should? When your feet are in shoos they sweat and can get calluses and blisters. on the other hand you are more likely to injure your feet barefoot but if barefoot your feet get a chance to breathe and I have heard it strengthens the skin on your feet. I usually go barefoot around the house. Out of curiosity, what are others opinions on this. Cheers, Brett. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Hi all, what's the general consensus on bear foot or not. I hear on one hand, that diabetics shouldn't do it and on the other, that they should? When your feet are in shoos they sweat and can get calluses and blisters. on the other hand you are more likely to injure your feet barefoot but if barefoot your feet get a chance to breathe and I have heard it strengthens the skin on your feet. I usually go barefoot around the house. Out of curiosity, what are others opinions on this. Cheers, Brett. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 I go barefoot in the house but not outdoors. I usually wear bedroom slippers though. The ones I am wearing now have no heals or toes. I have a lot of friends who have banged their toes on things when barefoot. A co-worker broke her toe Thursday night on her coffee table. She works as a diabetes educator at our job. Joyce Re: some good news! Hi all, what's the general consensus on bear foot or not. I hear on one hand, that diabetics shouldn't do it and on the other, that they should? When your feet are in shoos they sweat and can get calluses and blisters. on the other hand you are more likely to injure your feet barefoot but if barefoot your feet get a chance to breathe and I have heard it strengthens the skin on your feet. I usually go barefoot around the house. Out of curiosity, what are others opinions on this. Cheers, Brett. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 I go barefoot in the house but not outdoors. I usually wear bedroom slippers though. The ones I am wearing now have no heals or toes. I have a lot of friends who have banged their toes on things when barefoot. A co-worker broke her toe Thursday night on her coffee table. She works as a diabetes educator at our job. Joyce Re: some good news! Hi all, what's the general consensus on bear foot or not. I hear on one hand, that diabetics shouldn't do it and on the other, that they should? When your feet are in shoos they sweat and can get calluses and blisters. on the other hand you are more likely to injure your feet barefoot but if barefoot your feet get a chance to breathe and I have heard it strengthens the skin on your feet. I usually go barefoot around the house. Out of curiosity, what are others opinions on this. Cheers, Brett. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 I go barefoot in the house but not outdoors. I usually wear bedroom slippers though. The ones I am wearing now have no heals or toes. I have a lot of friends who have banged their toes on things when barefoot. A co-worker broke her toe Thursday night on her coffee table. She works as a diabetes educator at our job. Joyce Re: some good news! Hi all, what's the general consensus on bear foot or not. I hear on one hand, that diabetics shouldn't do it and on the other, that they should? When your feet are in shoos they sweat and can get calluses and blisters. on the other hand you are more likely to injure your feet barefoot but if barefoot your feet get a chance to breathe and I have heard it strengthens the skin on your feet. I usually go barefoot around the house. Out of curiosity, what are others opinions on this. Cheers, Brett. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Hi, I usually ware house shoes around the house but if I'm just getting up to get something real quick I just go without my house shoes. Re: some good news! Hi all, what's the general consensus on bear foot or not. I hear on one hand, that diabetics shouldn't do it and on the other, that they should? When your feet are in shoos they sweat and can get calluses and blisters. on the other hand you are more likely to injure your feet barefoot but if barefoot your feet get a chance to breathe and I have heard it strengthens the skin on your feet. I usually go barefoot around the house. Out of curiosity, what are others opinions on this. Cheers, Brett. some good news! Hi all, Those of you who have been on the list for awhile have heard me talk about my Charcot foot condition that started in the spring of 2007. This is something fairly rare that can happen to diabetics. Basically, my right foot and ankle were swollen to about twice their size, and I was in so much pain I often cried. I ended up in the hospital the last week of May and had surgery. I had two ulcers in my heel, one pretty close to the middle of my heel and the other on the inside edge. I am not quite sure if the ulcers were caused by the Charcot condition or not. Anyway, I had to be on IV antibiotics for a long time and used a contraption called a wound vac. The ulcer on the inside of the heel closed up after a few months, but the one on the bottom of my foot near the center of the heel did not close. My insurance stopped paying for the wound vac and for the home health nurses last November. Finally, after almost a year of just trying to stay off my foot as much as possible and using homemade dressings of Manuka honey, I am happy and relieved to report there is no more ulcer. I understand from talking to others that Charcot foot can recur and could even show up on the other foot at some point. But for now I'm ulcer free and very happy. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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