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Self-Care: Foot Care & Medication Adherence
Foot Care
- Wash feet daily with warm water
- Dry between toes thoroughly
- Check for cuts/sores daily
- Wear proper footwear
- Visit doctor if wound doesn’t heal
Medication Adherence
- Take medicines at same time daily
- Don’t skip doses
- Keep medicine cards/reminders
- Store medicines properly (cool, dry place)
- Tell doctor about side effects