When you have Diabetes what makes your skin break out in a rash and itch?

Well the rash is eczema, it is very common with diabetes. Your body is not getting the nutrition it needs because diabetes inhibits nutrient absorption and that leads to conditions like eczema and a host of other problems. Check the source below to help with your diabetes.|||Could be poor circulation|||It depends where the rash is. If it is the lower extremities, legs, feet, arms, then you need to take special care.If it's the feet, bathe them in warn or tepid water with super fatted soap, dry gently, but thoroughly wit a soft towel. A lanolin based lotion is applied to the skin. Not in excess though. Do not use vigorous rubbing or alcohol on your skin. Oh, soak your feet and legs for about 5 min. Wear cotton socks, avoid insect bites, scratching, walking barefoot, or using a hot water bottle or heating pad. these can irritate the areas more. Taking care of your skin can prevent serious skin ulcers, rashes which can cause localized infections. Hope this is helpful to you|||Like they said above.


Also, a little girl I babysat had this problem when she was using Novolog insulin. I've heard of other people being alergic to certain brands of insulin, usually the newer, prescription brands. If you use insulin, talk to your doctor about switching.


Also, have you considered some of the more normal causes, like poisin ivy, hives, mosquito bites or dry skin? Not very glamorous, but sometimes easier to treat.|||If you are on medication for the diabetes, it could very well be that. It took several tries for me to get the right meds. I had bad allergic reactions to some of the meds. Good luck.