Q I have diabetes, and lately my soles burn while sensation feels dulled and a small wound isn't healing. Should I get checked right away?
A If you have diabetes and are experiencing reduced sensation together with a slow-healing wound, checking for diabetic foot should come first. This combination needs proper testing before Korean medicine treatment. If you have this combination, please don't delay seeking care.
Detailed Answer
If you have a diabetes history along with ① reduced foot sensation and ② a small wound that isn't healing, the possibility of progressing diabetic foot cannot be ruled out. This combination carries a risk of the wound deepening or becoming infected if left unaddressed, so it takes priority.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
If you have this warning combination, please have your diabetic foot status checked before starting Korean medicine treatment. Once any acute risk has been ruled out, care that restores flow to the periphery can be added. The order matters for safety.
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