12 Foot Care Methods for those with Diabetes Diabetes is considered to be a global epidemic. It’s a metabolic disease that has no permanent cure. Uncontrolled blood sugar level can cause organ damage including skin disorders. Diabetic neuropathy is a disease caused by diabetes that can affect nerve endings located in our foot. Ulcerative blister, gangrene and thickening of the foot’s skin are some common foot skin disorders for diabetic patients. In rare case amputation is required if infection spreads and persists for a long period with discharging fluids. Precautions early on is the best way to manage diabetic foot