### Common Skin Problems in People with Diabetes and Their Management Managing blood sugar levels is crucial for people with diabetes to avoid various skin problems. Here are some common skin conditions and their management: 1. **Itching (Pruritus)**: Caused by dry skin, poor blood flow, or yeast infections. Moisturizing lotions can help. 2. **Bacterial Infections**: Staphylococcus infections can cause boils or inflamed bumps. Antibiotics are usually required. 3. **Fungal Infections**: Common in warm, moist areas. Candida albicans is a frequent cause. Antifungal medications are needed. 4. **Acanthosis Nigricans**: Darkened, thickened skin in folds, often in overweight individuals. Weight loss can help. 5. **Vitiligo**: Loss of skin color in patches. Treatments include steroid creams and UV light therapy. 6. **Shin Spots (Diabetic Dermopathy)**: Shiny lesions on shins. Usually painless and don't require treatment. 7. **Necrobiosis Lipoidica**: Thin, red skin on lower legs. Can turn into ulcers. Control blood sugar to manage. 8. **Digital Sclerosis**: Thick, waxy skin on fingers and toes. Moisturizers can help. 9. **Diabetes-Related Blisters**: Painless blisters that heal on their own. Control blood sugar levels. 10. **Disseminated Granuloma Annulare**: Ring-shaped rashes. Usually don't need treatment. 11. **Scleredema Diabeticorum**: Thick skin on the back of the neck. Control blood sugar and use moisturizers. Early detection and proper management are key to preventing these skin problems from becoming serious.