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Hello @Bexster71
Sorry to hear of your husband’s diagnosis with T2 and Charcot.
There’s a leaflet here which might give you some background
Hope you can get effective treatment to manage the symptoms.
How is your husband managing his diabetes at the moment? Have you been making changes to diet? Does he take any medication to support his diabetes management? And does he use a BG meter to see how different foods are affecting him?
Sorry to hear of your husband’s diagnosis with T2 and Charcot.
There’s a leaflet here which might give you some background
Hope you can get effective treatment to manage the symptoms.
How is your husband managing his diabetes at the moment? Have you been making changes to diet? Does he take any medication to support his diabetes management? And does he use a BG meter to see how different foods are affecting him?
Thank you will have a look at that, he has been diabetic for 6 years the charcot is new within the last 4 weeks. He hasnt managed his diabetes great but now I have taken over meals etc he hasnt a choice I am basically following keto with slightly higher carbs for him! He has an air boot at the moment and i have him on 2 week bed rest as he cannot walk on the crutches, he has a ct scan tomorrow and mri next week. The swelling has all gone and the redness too which we are hoping are positive that its settling and starting to heal/fuse the only viable sign is his arch is gone. We are mid 40's with a mortgage car loans Bill's to pay and without his wage we just dont know what the future holds, I am quite scared but trying my best not to show him. Will attach first pic to now pic on left is now pic right when the swelling and redness first appeared and arch dropped x
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Really sorry to hear about the challenges you are facing. Diabetes can be a real swine sometimes. It might be worth having a chat with the DUK helpline (office hours mon-fri) on 03451232399 to ask about any benefits, financial support or employment support that might be available.
Thank you we are going to get the scans done and see the consultant again and then make a decision as my husband has a manual job which requires him to be on his feet all day so just keeping everything crossed at the moment but looks like it can be a very long road x
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Hello @Bexster71 and welcome
I'm sorry to hear about your husband's diagnosis with Charcot foot.
I've lived with Charcot foot for about the last 25 years and it needs really good care along with good blood glucose control.
My advice is to be very patient and follow all the advice given by the orthopaedic/podiatry team and don't be tempted to start putting weight through the affected foot until advised to do so. I know that is incredibly tough with a job and general life etc but a Charcot foot that has a collapsed arch is very vulnerable. The bones in the collapsed arch are taking pressure they weren't designed to take and along with neuropathy and diminished pain signals he's at increased risk of ulcers and further fractures
Hopefully in time your husband will be able to get out of the airboot and be referred to orthotics for custom made shoes or insoles so that the affected areas are protected and pressure is properly distributed through the foot to minimise any ongoing problems. When the time comes do ask for a referral to an orthotist and don't be tempted to wear the shoes that were previously ok.
It is a complex complication that requires ongoing vigilance and regular podiatry appointments. It can be a very long haul but hopefully things will settle and stabilise for him. If you've got specific questions I'm happy to try and help. Best wishes 🙂
I'm sorry to hear about your husband's diagnosis with Charcot foot.
I've lived with Charcot foot for about the last 25 years and it needs really good care along with good blood glucose control.
My advice is to be very patient and follow all the advice given by the orthopaedic/podiatry team and don't be tempted to start putting weight through the affected foot until advised to do so. I know that is incredibly tough with a job and general life etc but a Charcot foot that has a collapsed arch is very vulnerable. The bones in the collapsed arch are taking pressure they weren't designed to take and along with neuropathy and diminished pain signals he's at increased risk of ulcers and further fractures
Hopefully in time your husband will be able to get out of the airboot and be referred to orthotics for custom made shoes or insoles so that the affected areas are protected and pressure is properly distributed through the foot to minimise any ongoing problems. When the time comes do ask for a referral to an orthotist and don't be tempted to wear the shoes that were previously ok.
It is a complex complication that requires ongoing vigilance and regular podiatry appointments. It can be a very long haul but hopefully things will settle and stabilise for him. If you've got specific questions I'm happy to try and help. Best wishes 🙂
Thank you so much it's all a little overwhelming right now. Trying to read and get as much info as I can so I can help where I can! X
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