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<blockquote data-quote="Kailee56" data-source="post: 1933337" data-attributes="member: 437516"><p>Call me crazy, but I would put off amputation for as long as possible. You have no idea how well the amputations will heal. Half a foot could eventually lead to above the knee. I would try anything first.</p><p></p><p>I have read about R-alpha lipoid acid helping neuropathy. I take it just to prevent,since my father and maternal grandmother both had it and my sister has the start of it. She takes it and said it helps her.</p><p></p><p>Ask if there is anything you can do to prevent further ulcers. Double socks without elastic? Shoes that breathe, with Velcro to make them more adjustable? Cushioning on areas that are prone to stress? In the hospital where I work in the US, we use a foam padding called mepelex. It has poor sticking qualities, so it sticks but can be removed without damaging the skin. They must have some ideas. I’m sure you already know you need to visually inspect your feet daily and keep them moisturized to prevent cracks. Just don’t give up. Push for some help and guidance.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Kailee56, post: 1933337, member: 437516"] Call me crazy, but I would put off amputation for as long as possible. You have no idea how well the amputations will heal. Half a foot could eventually lead to above the knee. I would try anything first. I have read about R-alpha lipoid acid helping neuropathy. I take it just to prevent,since my father and maternal grandmother both had it and my sister has the start of it. She takes it and said it helps her. Ask if there is anything you can do to prevent further ulcers. Double socks without elastic? Shoes that breathe, with Velcro to make them more adjustable? Cushioning on areas that are prone to stress? In the hospital where I work in the US, we use a foam padding called mepelex. It has poor sticking qualities, so it sticks but can be removed without damaging the skin. They must have some ideas. I’m sure you already know you need to visually inspect your feet daily and keep them moisturized to prevent cracks. Just don’t give up. Push for some help and guidance. [/QUOTE]
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